Growing Good Humans Podcast

About Growing Good Humans Podcast

Immerse yourself in the Growing Good Humans Podcast, featuring episodes with seasoned professionals covering various aspects of college admissions. Experience a continuous flow of knowledge that adapts to your schedule.

Publisher

Laura Barr

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Aug 2023

Latest episode

15 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

36 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Sept 2026

   Why the Empty Nest Years May Be the Most Important Becoming of Your Life

   WOW - today’s Growing Good Humans podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growing-good-humans-podcast/id1704031883)episode really hit home for me. There are some conversations that meet you exactly where you are, and this was one of them. I was so struck by the words and perspective shared by Kristin Brenner from Sparking Positivity (https://sparkingpositivity.com/), and I truly took her advice to heart. Having launched four children of my own, I know firsthand that the “empty nest” is about so much more than the day your student leaves for college. It’s a transition that happens gradually - and one that can bring a surprising mix of pride, excitement, grief, uncertainty, and even questions about who you are in this next chapter. For many parents, it marks the beginning of a season filled with new questions about identity, purpose, relationships, and what comes next. Topics explored: • What the empty nest years really look like beyond college move-in day • Why this season can bring unexpected emotions and shifts in identity • How relationships with adult children naturally evolve • Why some women feel they’ve lost their joy - and how they begin to find it again • How the empty nest can change relationships with partners • Ways to move through this season with more purpose and self-compassion Whether you’re approaching the empty nest, right in the middle of it, or wondering what this next chapter might hold, I hope you’ll listen! 💛 Resources From Emerging Download the Free Getting Ready to Launch Guide (https://emergingconsulting.com/events/) — includes a College Application Timeline for every grade level Explore Our College Consulting Services (https://emergingconsulting.com/services/) — learn how Emerging guides families through the full process Academic Services (https://emergingconsulting.com/academic-services/) — mentored research projects and internship matching to help students build the experiences that stand out Work With Us (https://emergingconsulting.com/contact/) — if this conversation sparked questions, we'd love to learn about your student Watch Us On YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@Laura_Barr)

2. 

   26 May 2026

   Looking for Accommodations in College? Here's Everything You Need to Know

   If your student might need accommodations in college — whether they have ADHD, a learning difference, an existing IEP or 504, or you were just starting to wonder what support could look like — this conversation was for you. 💛 We hosted a live Ask Me Anything on Growing Good Humans with Julie, an expert in transition services, and it was such an important conversation for families navigating the shift from high school to college support systems. Julie walked us through how college accommodations actually work and answered thoughtful questions from families about what the transition really looks like. One of the biggest takeaways? The system changes completely after high school. Colleges don’t follow IEPs, and students need to self-identify, provide documentation, and advocate for themselves. It can feel overwhelming at first — but it becomes much more manageable when families know what to expect ahead of time. Some of the topics we explored: • What accommodations are actually available in college • How students with ADHD, learning differences, and mental health needs can access support • The documentation families should start gathering now • How the process differs from high school — and why that matters • Julie’s transition checklist for families • Ways to help students build self-advocacy skills before move-in day Thank you to everyone who joined us and brought such thoughtful questions to the conversation. 💛 Resources From Emerging Download the Free Getting Ready to Launch Guide (https://emergingconsulting.com/events/) — includes a College Application Timeline for every grade level Explore Our College Consulting Services (https://emergingconsulting.com/services/) — learn how Emerging guides families through the full process Academic Services (https://emergingconsulting.com/academic-services/) — mentored research projects and internship matching to help students build the experiences that stand out Work With Us (https://emergingconsulting.com/contact/) — if this conversation sparked questions, we'd love to learn about your student Keywords college career readiness, AI and the job market, college career services, freshman year college prep, high school career planning, what employers want, CU Boulder, Leeds School of Business, college admissions advice, college consulting, Emerging Consulting

3. 

   21 May 2026

   How to Prepare Your ADHD Child for College | Laura Barr, CEO of Emerging Consulting

   Laura Barr is a high-level college consultant and the Founder and CEO of Emerging Consulting, where she helps students and families navigate the college process with clarity, strategy, and purpose. With a background in student-centered coaching, Laura brings a unique perspective to college planning. Her work is grounded in a simple yet powerful mission: to help raise and launch good humans through the power of education. In this episode, Laura breaks down how the college application process is about much more than getting accepted. It is one of the first real-world opportunities students have to develop executive function skills like planning, time management, organization, and self-advocacy. We cover: 🗓️Why the college process should be treated like a long-term project, not a last-minute task 👪How parents can support without overstepping, and when to step back 🎓What students with ADHD and executive function challenges need to succeed in college 🏫How to build independence before stepping onto campus 📃What actually matters when choosing the right college If you are a parent of a high school student or a student preparing for college, this episode will give you a clearer framework for approaching the process in a way that builds real-life skills, not just outcomes. Learn more about Laura Barr and her work: emergingconsulting.com/ (https://www.emergingconsulting.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDFtYjlFTkZldjMyNGxWdFU2YnhjVkw3T0V5d3xBQ3Jtc0ttdkxjSkwxSmdrVmFoLWRsbGpYSTFqSmR3RVVxdFZtSERLOVhhTDN6XzVyMW4yTDZJdDJRTlJKZ25nMU91bzZnMHVrb1ZGYndzTmExWHQxTVhWZHFQdlVCdEJWeS1vUkZIVmtzVW9VSVoxX2drcm5DRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.emergingconsulting.com%2F&v=ng7hwV9gA74)) laurabarr@emergingconsulting.com Resources From Emerging Download the Free Getting Ready to Launch Guide (https://emergingconsulting.com/events/) — includes a College Application Timeline for every grade level Explore Our College Consulting Services (https://emergingconsulting.com/services/) — learn how Emerging guides families through the full process Academic Services (https://emergingconsulting.com/academic-services/) — mentored research projects and internship matching to help students build the experiences that stand out Work With Us (https://emergingconsulting.com/contact/) — if this conversation sparked questions, we'd love to learn about your student Keywords college career readiness, AI and the job market, college career services, freshman year college prep, high school career planning, what employers want, CU Boulder, Leeds School of Business, college admissions advice, college consulting, Emerging Consulting

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,079

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

15 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 51 / 100

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Quality

37

Social presence

91

YouTube

68

Engagement

51

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