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Admissions Straight Talk

by Linda Abraham

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Advice from experts on the MBA, medical school, law school, and graduate school admissions process.

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Audience Interest

Estimated Reach: 24K to 73K

Listeners across platforms

Podcast Focus

Categories: education · how to

Publishing Consistency

Frequency: ~3-4 / Week

100+ episodes since 2022

Platform Reach

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Most discussed topics

medical education

admissions process

curriculum development

admissions advice

osteopathic medicine

college admissions

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Admissions Straight Talk8

Touro University1

Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine1

TUCOM1

Baylor College of Medicine1

Baylor1

Hofstra/Northwell1

the Zucker School of Medicine1

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Medium Confidence

Total monthly reach

24K to 73K

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SA · How To
#34
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PE · How To
#94
3K to 10K
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HK · How To
#141
500 to 3K

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Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
12K to 37K
🎙 ~2x weekly·140 episodes·Last published 6d ago
Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
24K to 73K
🇸🇦41%🇳🇬41%🇵🇪14%+1 more
Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
9.4K to 29K

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On the show

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Recent guests

10 across last 10 eps

Dr. Alesia Wagner

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Dr. Jesus Vallejo

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Dr. Rona Woldenberg

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Sophia Sim

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Dr. Jonathan Tolentino

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Dr. Valerie Wherley

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Dr. Glenn Cummings

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Dr. Reynold Jaglal

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Alicia Nimonkar

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Recent episodes

USC Chan Doctorate of OT Program: Innovation, Leadership, and a Holistic Path to Occupational Therapy [Episode 623]

Jun 18, 2026

25m 38s

WashU Doctor of Physical Therapy Admissions: Inside a Top-Ranked Program [Episode 622]

Jun 4, 2026

27m 08s

How This Reapplicant Got into PA School [Episode 621]

May 21, 2026

14m 42s

How to Get the Most Out of Premed Shadowing [Episode 620]

Apr 30, 2026

16m 22s

How to Get into Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine [Episode 619]

Apr 16, 2026

30m 15s

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Episodes

144

monthly

Avg length

27m 47s

14m 02s – 58m 43s

Range

Aug 2020 – Apr 2026

Topics

medical education, admissions process +40

Guests

Dr. Alesia Wagner +9 · last 10 eps

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Date	Episode	Topics	Guests	Brands	Places	Keywords	Sponsor	Length
6/18/26	USC Chan Doctorate of OT Program: Innovation, Leadership, and a Holistic Path to Occupational Therapy [Episode 623]	Send Harold your questions! This episode of Admissions Straight Talk covers what it takes to get accepted into the top-ranked Entry-Level Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at the USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy. Host Dr. Valerie Wherley speaks with Dr. Amber Bennett, associate professor of clinical occupational therapy at USC Chan, to break down how the occupational therapy (OT) field has shifted and what makes the school’s top-ranked curriculu...						25m 38s
6/4/26	WashU Doctor of Physical Therapy Admissions: Inside a Top-Ranked Program [Episode 622]	Send Harold your questions! What should applicants know about WashU Medicine’s Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program? In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Valerie Wherley speaks with Dr. Steven Ambler – professor of physical therapy and orthopaedic surgery, division director of education, and DPT program director at WashU Medicine – about the program’s curriculum, culture, student support, research opportunities, and admissions process. Dr. Ambler explains how WashU integrates ...						27m 08s
5/21/26	How This Reapplicant Got into PA School [Episode 621]	Send Harold your questions! This episode of Admissions Straight Talk covers the essential strategies for overcoming rejection and successfully reapplying to physician assistant (PA) programs. In this episode, host Dr. Valerie Wherley speaks with Cassandra Zoetjes, a first-generation college student and current PA student at Sacred Heart University who successfully navigated three application cycles. Cassandra shares how she transformed her candidacy by pursuing a master’s in nutrition at Colu...						14m 42s
4/30/26	How to Get the Most Out of Premed Shadowing [Episode 620]	Send Harold your questions! What does it take to maximize your premed shadowing opportunity, and why does this experience matter so much in your application? In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Valerie Wherley speaks with Dr. Rachel L. Schreiber, a board-certified allergist/immunologist and former president of the Greater Washington Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Society. Recognized as a “Top Doctor” by Washingtonian magazine, Bethesda Magazine, and Washington Consumers’ Checkbo...						16m 22s
4/16/26	How to Get into Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine [Episode 619]✨	osteopathic medicinemedical education+3	Dr. Alesia Wagner	Touro UniversityTouro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine+2	—	Touro University CaliforniaCollege of Osteopathic Medicine+4	—	30m 15s
4/2/26	Baylor College of Medicine: Admissions, Curriculum, and What Makes a Strong Applicant [Episode 618]✨	medical educationadmissions process+3	Dr. Jesus Vallejo	Baylor College of MedicineBaylor+1	—	Baylor College of Medicinedual-campus model+3	—	26m 24s
3/19/26	Inside the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell [Episode 617]✨	medical educationclinical training+3	Dr. Rona Woldenberg	Hofstra/Northwellthe Zucker School of Medicine+3	—	Zucker School of MedicineHofstra/Northwell+3	—	28m 24s
2/19/26	How GW Law Reviews Applications: Timing, Waitlists, LSAT Optional, and Scholarships [Episode 616]✨	law school admissionsscholarships+3	Sophia Sim	George Washington University Law SchoolGW Law+2	—	rolling admissionswaitlists+3	—	32m 54s
1/22/26	Inside the University of Miami’s Three-Year M.D. Accelerated Pathway [Episode 615]✨	medical educationaccelerated programs+3	Dr. Jonathan TolentinoDr. Valerie Wherley	the University of Miami’sMD+1	—	three-year MDUniversity of Miami+4	—	25m 43s
1/8/26	The Bryn Mawr Postbac Premed Program [Episode 614]✨	postbaccalaureate programspremedical education+3	Dr. Glenn Cummings	The Bryn Mawr Postbac Premed ProgramBryn Mawr+3	—	Bryn Mawr Collegecareer changer+3	—	24m 54s
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12/18/25	Becoming a PA at Sacred Heart: International Opportunities, Orthopedic Training, and Admissions Advice [Episode 613]✨	physician assistant educationcurriculum+3	Dr. Reynold Jaglal	Sacred HeartSacred Heart University+1	—	Sacred Heart UniversityMaster of Science in Physician Assistant Studies+3	—	21m 29s
12/4/25	Is There Such a Thing as Too Many Drafts? Writing a Standout Med School Personal Statement [Episode 612]✨	medical school applicationspersonal statement writing+3	Alicia Nimonkar	Admissions Straight TalkAAMC	—	AAMC premed competenciesauthentic narratives+3	—	21m 35s
11/13/25	Inside UMass Chan: How Wellness, Community, and Leadership Shape Future Physicians [Episode 611]✨	medical educationwellness+3	Dr. Tracy Kedian	UMass Chan Medical SchoolUMass Chan+2	—	UMass ChanWIN Week+3	—	24m 12s
10/30/25	Stanford's MCiM Degree: Where Healthcare Meets Technology [Episode 610]✨	healthcaretechnology+3	—	StanfordStanford University+1	—	Stanford UniversityClinical Informatics Management+5	—	21m 35s
10/16/25	From Med School Reapplicant to Current M1 Student [Episode 609]	Send Harold your questions! If you are a medical school reapplicant, tune in for today's episode of the Admissions Straight Talk podcast! Accepted medical school expert Dr. Valerie Wherley is joined by Mory Gould, current M1 medical student and former Accepted client who worked with Valerie when reapplying to medical school. Mory discusses the med school application process, the weaknesses he identified in his profile after not receiving any acceptances, and how he and Valerie made his second...						14m 02s
10/2/25	The Fastest Way to Medical School Is Slowly: Avoiding Early Premed Mistakes [Episode 608]	Send Harold your questions! In this episode of the Admissions Straight Talk podcast, Dr. Valerie Wherley is joined by Accepted medical school consultant Dr. Barry Rothman. Valerie and Barry discuss some of the common mistakes that pre-med students make early on in their journey to medical school. Barry shares his thoughts on undergraduates majors, osteopathic medical schools, and the best types of patient-facing experience. If you are an undergraduate student planning to apply to medical scho...						20m 42s
9/18/25	How Many Medical Schools Should You Apply To? [Episode 607]	Send Harold your questions! The Admissions Straight Talk podcast is back with a fresh look, and new host! After retiring this summer, Accepted founder Linda Abraham turned the podcast reigns over to Accepted admissions expert Dr. Valerie Wherley. In this week's episode, Valerie talks with Dr. Herman "Flash" Gordon, Accepted medical school consultant and former admissions committee chair at the University of Arizona College of Medicine. Valerie and Flash discuss a question we hear almost daily...						18m 55s
7/15/25	From Founder to Farewell: Lessons from 30+ Years in Admissions [Episode 606]	Send Harold your questions! In her final episode as host of Admissions Straight Talk, Accepted founder Linda Abraham shares reflections and lessons from over 30 years in the admissions world. As she prepares for retirement, Linda offers a mix of personal insight, practical advice, and hard-earned wisdom on navigating both graduate admissions and life’s challenges. She discusses stress, imposter syndrome, setbacks, and the power of resilience, encouraging listeners to take control of their fut...						17m 55s
6/10/25	How to Overcome the Biggest Weaknesses in Med School Applications [Episode 605]	Send Harold your questions! In the 605th episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Barry Rothman, current Accepted consultant and former Health Professions Advisor and Director of San Francisco State University’s Pre-Health Professions Certificate Program, joins Linda Abraham to explore how med school applicants can overcome common application weaknesses. From low GPAs and MCAT scores to limited clinical experience, research, or community service, Dr. Rothman shares practical strategies for st...						34m 07s
5/6/25	What You Need to Know about Duke’s Master of Engineering Management Program [Episode 604]	Send Harold your questions! In this episode of Admission Straight Talk, Linda Abraham interviews Dr. Christy Bozic, the Executive Director of Duke University's Masters of Engineering Management (MEM) program. They discuss the unique aspects of the MEM program, including its focus on blending technical engineering skills with business acumen, the differences between online and in-person formats, and the importance of professionalism in engineering management. Dr. Bozic shares insights into the...						40m 40s
4/8/25	Inside the Emory PA Program: Admissions, Curriculum, and Keys to Success	Send Harold your questions! In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, the Assistant Professor and Director of Admissions at the Emory University Physician Assistant Program, Allan Platt, offers an insightful look into the Emory University’s Physician Assistant Program. He breaks down the program's distinctive curriculum, including its unique approach to anatomy, and shares valuable advice for prospective students. Allan dives into Emory's PA program admissions process, emphasizing th...						28m 37s
3/11/25	Inside Pitt Med School: Innovations in Medical Education [Episode 602]	Send Harold your questions! In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, Dr. Beth Piraino, Associate Dean of Admissions at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (UPSOM), explores the school’s innovative Three Rivers Curriculum, emphasizing small-group learning, early clinical exposure, and the integration of "Streams" (special interest areas) and Threads" (core competencies like leadership and clinical reasoning). Dr. Piraino also discusses the role of secondary essays in evaluating...						36m 09s
2/11/25	Navigating Admissions at the University of Washington School of Medicine [Episode 601]	Send Harold your questions! In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Linda Abraham interviews Dr. LeeAnna Muzquiz, Associate Dean for Admissions at the University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM). Dr. Muzquiz, a graduate of UWSOM and a family physician with ties to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, discusses the unique five-state WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho) curriculum, which allows students to complete their foundational training in their ho...						58m 43s
1/7/25	Inside Geisinger Med School Admissions with Dr. Michelle Schmude [Episode 600]	Send Harold your questions! Welcome to the 600th episode of Admissions Straight Talk! In this milestone episode, host Linda Abraham sits down with Dr. Michelle Schmude, Vice Provost for Enrollment Management and Professor of Medical Education at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, to explore the innovative and comprehensive Total Health Curriculum. Dr. Schmude shares how this evidence-based program prepares medical students for the complexities of 21st-century healthcare through early ...						38m 47s
12/10/24	Accepted: Your Guide to CU School of Medicine [Episode 599]	Send Harold your questions! In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Linda Abraham interviews Dr. Jeffrey SooHoo, Assistant Dean for Admissions at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. They discuss the unique aspects of the Colorado medical curriculum, including the new Trek curriculum, the importance of longitudinal integrated clerkships, and the various tracks available for students. Dr. SooHoo also shares insights into the secondary application process, the role of the CA...						44m 47s