40 Best Podcasts For High School Students

1. Admissions Beat

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On the Admissions Beat, veteran dean of admissions Lee Coffin from Dartmouth College and a range of guests provide high school students and parents, as well as their counselors and other mentors, with 'news you can use' at each step on the pathway to college. With a welcoming, reassuring perspective and an approach intended to build confidence in prospective applicants, Dean Coffin offers credible information, insights, and guidance—from the earliest days of the college search, to applications, decision-making, and arrival on campus...MORE Host Lee Coffin
Producer/Network Lee Coffin • Vice President and Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid at Dartmouth College
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 94Facebook 3.8KInstagram 32.2K Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. NGPF Podcast

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Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) is a nonprofit committed to guaranteeing that all U.S. high school students receive a personal finance course prior to graduating. NGPF has become the number one source for over 115,000 educators looking for high-quality, engaging personal finance curriculum to equip students with the skills they need to thrive in the future. The organization invests in teacher professional development with live Virtual Professional Development, 11 Certification Courses, and 40 asynchronous On-Demand modules...MORE Host Yanely Esipnal
Producer/Network Next Gen Personal Finance
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 30Facebook 4.6KTwitter 5KInstagram 4.1K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Future of the Business World Podcast

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Future of the Business World is a monthly podcast from the Wharton Global Youth Program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Inspired by the Program's online course of the same name, Future of the Business World features teen entrepreneurs from around the world who are launching startups and products, and learning so much about business along the way. Each month, we will introduce you to a new teen innovator, discussing innovations, inspirations and the themes that define his or her entrepreneurship journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Host Diana Drake
Producer/Network Wharton Global Youth Program
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 12Facebook 5.2KTwitter 2.3KInstagram 10.7K Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Since Mar 2017 Get Email Contact

4. SLAM! Radio

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The First & The ONLY national radio station run by high school students.. Listen Live on Sirius XM Channel 145
Producer/Network Slam! Radio
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 16Facebook 85.3KTwitter 19Instagram 12 Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The College Prep Podcast

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Nationally recognized experts Megan Dorsey and Edward Coronado III share tips and tricks about creative study strategies, SAT/ACT prep, college applications, essay writing, teen-friendly time management tools, and more. They will also host experts on a number of subjects including scholarships, parenting, test prep, learning differences, NCAA athletics, and more! About the hosts: Megan is a college admissions consultant and test prep expert who helps students and parents plan and prepare for college admission...MORE Hosts Megan Dorsey, Edward Coronado III
Producer/Network Megan Dorsey & Edward Coronado III
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 177Facebook 2.6KTwitter 6.2K Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Since Aug 2019 Get Email Contact

6. The Game: A Guide to Elite College Admissions

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In this podcast series, we break down the complex game that is elite college admissions and the strategies and pitfalls students need to adopt or beware of if they hope to win admission to one of America's top colleges.'The Game' is hosted by Sam Hassell and brought to you by Great Minds Advising. Sam is a published scientist, having spent four years as a neuroscience researcher at Columbia University. Building upon his experiences in research and academia—as well as over a decade in educational services—Sam spearheaded the Great Minds Advising program, a premium college consulting service based in the New York Metropolitan Area and serving students nationwide from NYC to Silicon Valley...MORE Host Sam Hassell
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Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 45 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Get Accepted

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The Get Accepted podcast hosted by Stanford Alumni and College Admissions Expert Janae Young is a start to finish guide for high school students and parents on how to get accepted into highly competitive schools and win 6-figure and full-ride merit scholarships.MORE Producer/Network Janae Young
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. BacII Podcast

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BacII Podcast is an education-focused podcast that supports high school students, especially Grade 12, in preparing for the BacII exam and life after school. Through conversations with teachers, top students, and professionals, the podcast shares practical study tips, exam strategies, subject insights, and motivation. BacII Podcast aims to help students learn smarter, feel more confident, and make informed decisions about their future.MORE Estimated listeners
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9. High School to Wall Street

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High School to Wall Street is a podcast hosted by high school students Tyler Zipper and Parker Kravitz, exploring their curiosity in finance because maybe one day they will become finance professionals themselves. Each episode features candid conversations with professionals from across the finance industry—investment banking, private equity, trading, real estate, and beyond. Our guests break down their personal journeys, how they broke into their careers, the setbacks they faced, the lessons they learned along the way, and how to become successful in that profession ...MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. Insighted: Rethinking Productivity for High School Students

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Host Hayley Strahs is a self-proclaimed productivity butterfly. Last year, she broke free from her messy and frazzled past and finally got her life in order: transforming her room from a biohazard into a safe haven, cutting her homework time in half, and even more. With all of her newfound knowledge, Hayley is ecstatic to help any current students who also struggle with motivation, scheduling, and balancing their school and personal lives. Hayley (she/her) is a current high school student in the Bay Area. Outside of podcasting, Hayley enjoys writing, performing, and art.MORE Producer/Network Hayley Strahs
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Healthcare Journeys

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This podcast is all about exploring the diverse world of healthcare careers—giving high school students like you an inside look at different healthcare professions, the paths to get there, and the impact they make. Whether you're dreaming of becoming a doctor, a veterinarian , a speech pathologist, or something else in a healthcare field, this is your go-to resource for inspiration and guidance.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

12. College App 101

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Hosted by Dr. Riley, the College App 101 podcast provides expert guidance on college applications and academics for college bound high school students and their parents. Dr. Riley has more than a decade of experience in higher education (Xavier University, University of Oregon, and The University of Texas at San Antonio) and secondary education (as Director of College & Career at a large San Antonio private high school).MORE Host Andrew Riley, Ph.D.
Producer/Network Dr. Riley
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 245Instagram 125 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

13. Lunch Money to Wall Street - Teen Edition

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Ever wondered how teens can turn lunch money into real-world wealth? Lunch Money to Wall Street Teen Edition is a podcast made by a teen, for teens, breaking down investing, finance, and business in a way that's actually easy (and fun) to understand. From stocks and crypto basics to budgeting, side hustles, and Wall Street concepts. This show helps you build money confidence early.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

14. The Cub Club

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A student-produced podcast that focuses on the stories and lives of high school students at John Burroughs High School. Produced by high school students in the Good Morning John Burroughs broadcast journalism program.MORE Producer/Network Good Morning John Burroughs
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 54 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

15. Simplifying The State

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'Simplifying the State' is a student-run podcast that simplifies U.S. politics for high school students. Each week, we break down the most important stories, election analysis, and any relevant developments in a way that's easy to understand, helping young listeners stay informed and engaged in today's fast-changing political landscape.MORE Producer/Network CHS Globe
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

16. What the actual Job?

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A podcast made for students by students. This podcast features interviews with various individuals about their careers, allowing high school students to gain a deeper understanding of the careers they aspire to pursue in the future.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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17. Mrs. Hamilton's Room - Tips for thriving in high school, for students and parents

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A safe space where student stories are shared and reveal how each challenge has a way forward by building confidence.  With that confidence, students will stay motivated and be equipped with a positive mindset resulting in success during those high school years.  With a positive mindset, students are more productive and capable of managing stress when it comes.  As high school students move closer to graduation, some topics will help in the preparation for college admissions' success and aid in building confidence in the transition between high school and college...MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

18. Career Compass

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Career Compass is a student podcast that shares advice to help high school students explore college and career paths and plan what's next after graduation. It features several interviews with different professionals.MORE Estimated listeners
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19. High School Pathfinder: For the Future You

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Welcome to High School Pathfinder: For the Future You! I'm your host, Ayana Mehta- a high school student who, just like you, is figuring out what comes next. I started this podcast to make one thing easier for high school students: finding your path before you're forced to choose it. Each week, I talk with people who are truly great at what they do and ask them how they got to where they are today. This includes everything from doctors, designers, biotech investors, engineers, and more! These aren't just highlight reels or 'follow your dream' speeches...MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

20. Marathon HSC

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Welcome to the Marathon HSC Podcast, the podcast dedicated to all you awesome senior high school students grappling with the looming HSC.I have one goal with this podcast: to provide bite-sized, insightful episodes tailored to each subject so that every student has access to quality education, even when on the go! Whether you're navigating the challenges of English, or diving deep into the world of biology, the Marathon HSC podcast is here to make your HSC journey smoother.So come along and transform your commutes into productive learning sessions. I'm so glad you're here!SarahMORE Producer/Network Sarah Dakak
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21. College Pathways Podcast

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On the College Pathways Podcast, Nova Estipo shares her wealth of knowledge and insights gained from years in the higher education landscape. This podcast serves as a roadmap for high school students and their families, guiding them through the myriad of college options available today. Each episode offers a deep dive into effective college search strategies, the application process, and securing scholarships, ensuring that listeners are well-equipped to make informed decisions. Tune in as Nova brings clarity to your college journey, making what can seem daunting feel achievable and exciting.MORE Email ****@peacock-marketing.com
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22. Go to College for FREE with Dr. Rhee

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Go To College For Free w/ Dr. Rhee is a scholarships and financial aid podcast teaching students and parents how to win scholarships, pay for college, and graduate debt-free. Hosted by Dr. Rhea M. Watson, The Scholarship Doctor®, each episode shares proven scholarship strategies, financial literacy, FAFSA tips, and real stories of students winning thousands. Learn how to avoid student loans, find scholarship money, and build a debt-free future. Follow now and start winning scholarships for college. Perfect for parents, high school students, FAFSA help, and scholarship search success.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

23. Graham's Substack Podcast

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This podcast airs biweekly on Monday nights and will break down political headlines, teach about political topics, and include some room for my own political input; all coming from the perspective of a 16-year-old college student. grahamtalkspolitics.substack.comMORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 8 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

24. On Our Minds

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On Our Minds is an Edward R. Murrow award-winning, student-led and student-produced podcast about the biggest mental health challenges young people face. In each episode, two teen reporters guide you through stories by high schoolers from PBS News Student Reporting Labs about the teenage experience that connects, educates and inspires listeners of all ages. Season 5 is an 8-episode podcast season exploring the theme 'who inspires you?' Episodes feature student journalists from across the country in conversation with individuals they look up to.MORE Hosts Nico Fischer, Poojasai Kona
Producer/Network Student Reporting Labs
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 59Facebook 4.9KTwitter 5.8KInstagram 7.7K Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

25. Demystifying College Admissions

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I'm Julie Kim, and I'm the host of Demystifying College Admissions. Look, I've been there before! Navigating through the college admissions process is overwhelming, confusing and ultimately stressful. This podcast is designed to inspire high school students to identify their passions, learn all about the most updated college admissions strategies, with guests and experts from all industries! And the best part is we'll also dive into mental health so that this podcast will be a healthy, safe, and vulnerable space for all teens and parents out there!MORE Host Julie Kim
Producer/Network Julie Kim
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Apple Rating 3.8/5Apple Reviews 79Instagram 67.2K Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

26. Conversations with the Future

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High school students in this generation seem to be losing motivation. Conversations with the Future is all about inspiring teenagers to start working towards their dream careers while they are in high school. Okey Okafo will interview exceptional teens with big dreams, and these insightful conversations are definitely going to shift your perspective and empower you to take action!MORE Host Okey Okafo
Producer/Network Okey Okafo
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27. The Medical Mindset

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The Medical Mindset is a podcast aimed towards high school students with aspirations of going into the field of medicine. Every other episode we interview a specialized doctor as well as a medical student going into that specialization and document how they got to where they are today! The episodes in between will include coverage about current medical issues to keep the viewers informed!MORE Producer/Network Aria Panjabi & Clara Nguyen
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 15 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

28. The Talon Time Machine

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Host Nina Mast helps high-school students prepare for college and careers, seeking advice from a variety of experts and experienced students.
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

29. Beyond the Lab

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In Beyond the Lab, three intrepid high school students ask world-renowned biomedical scientists about...everything!In each episode, our bubbly hosts interview a Rockefeller University scientist about their life beyond the lab including their upbringing, hobbies, and even their favorite desserts to reveal their unique, often non-linear path into science, and the surprises and lessons they encountered along the way.Beyond the Lab is a production of RockEDU Science Outreach, recorded during the Summer Science Research Program (SSRP). To learn more, visit www.rockefeller.edu/outreach.MORE Email ****@rockefeller.edu
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

30. A Student Lead Podcast

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Dive into Mental Notes, the podcast where high school students tackle the real stuff: the good, the bad, the stressful, and even the hilarious moments of these teen years.Your hosts share their personal experiences and 'mental notes' on everything from surviving academic pressure and social media drama to figuring out friendships and what the future holds. Expect candid conversations, relatable stories, and practical tips. Mental Notes is dedicated to creating a space where every listener feels seen, heard, and understood. Press play to join the conversation!MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

31. High School to Hospital

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High School to Hospital is a podcast for high-school students exploring medical careers. Each episode features interviews with healthcare professionals, including doctors and veterinarians, discussing their daily work, challenges, and career paths. Listeners also gain advice on college preparation, internships, and real-world experience, helping them make informed decisions about pursuing a future in healthcare. Engaging, informative, and inspiring for aspiring medical students.MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

32. Teen Exec Podcast

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The Teen Exec Podcast helps teens build the real-world skills they need to thrive—in school, in leadership, and in life. Hosted by high school student Natalya Lucas, founder of the Teen Exec program, the show features a mix of thoughtful interviews and practical how-to conversations designed for today's students.In some episodes, Natalya teams up with her mom, Dr. Stacy Smith, a physician and professor, to interview leaders from education, business, athletics, and the arts...MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

33. Young Founders

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What if launching your startup before graduation could be your biggest advantage? Welcome to Young Founders, the podcast that empowers high school students to turn bold ideas into real businesses no MBA required.With solo insights, expert guests, and action steps in every episode, Young Founders is your go-to guide for launching a business that's more than just a side hustle it's your legacy in the making.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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34. Real World Ready

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This podcast helps high school students explore the world of business and learn how to take action now. We share simple tips, real stories, and step-by-step advice so students can start projects, build leadership skills, and grow their ideas into something big during their four years of high school.MORE Estimated listeners
Apple Rating 4.5/5 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

35. nextgen guru

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nextgen guru is the go-to podcast for teens and young adults navigating high school, college decisions, and early career paths. Whether you're exploring majors, building good study habits, or thinking about launching your first startup, we're here to help you grow with purpose. Each episode offers practical advice, motivational stories, and expert tips on academic performance, time management, entrepreneurship, and mental well-being.MORE Email ****@gurucompass.co
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36. Teen Verdicts

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Welcome to Teen Verdict, the ultimate podcast for high school and college students fascinated by the law, justice, and the inner workings of the Supreme Court. Hosted by Suhaan Sharma, a passionate high schooler with a keen interest in legal cases, this podcast dives deep into landmark Supreme Court decisions that have shaped American society.Join us as we break down complex legal battles into engaging and easy-to-understand episodes. Each week, we'll explore a different case, from historic rulings that changed the course of history to modern decisions impacting today's world...MORE Producer/Network suhaansharma23
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37. Class talks

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اهلاً بكم‏هذا البودكاست يقدمه طلاب ثانوية ابن القيم في المدينة المنورةقسم اللغة الإنجليزية ‏بإشراف الأستاذ فهد صلاح'Class Talks' is a podcast designed for high school students who want to explore more than just textbooks. Join us as we dive into topics that matter to you—school tips, career advice, personal growth, and everything in between...MORE Producer/Network FAHAD
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38. BioEd with Divisha

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BioEd with Divisha is a learning podcast, for high school students, hosted by Divisha Kohli, a grade 12 student. This podcast aims to help biology-minded students study, learn and understand the key concepts and mechanisms of biology. So, press play and let's dive into the world of biology!MORE Estimated listeners
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39. From Allowance to Independence

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The Allowance to Independence Podcast is the ultimate beginner-friendly podcast for middle and high school students ready to take control of their financial future. Join Ronit Maganti each week for clear, practical tips on budgeting, saving, investing, and more. From understanding credit to setting financial goals, we break down money basics into bite-sized lessons you can apply to real life. It's never too early to start building smart money habits—let's do it together!MORE Estimated listeners
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40. APUSH For Dummies

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Welcome to 'APUSH For Dummies,' the podcast that makes American history a breeze! Join Aisha and Cindy, two high school students with a passion for simplifying the complexities of APUSH. In each episode, this dynamic duo dives headfirst into a different APUSH unit, unraveling the intricacies of American history in simple high school terms.MORE Estimated listeners
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