Opportunity on the Mic

About Opportunity on the Mic

Opportunity on the Mic provides a platform for Hamilton College's Opportunity Program to assert its voice, foster its community, and share its stories. Director Aaron Ray and student Meg Lambert provide weekly podcasts that act as a safety valve for all first-generation students wading through the college tide. The podcast aims to provide resources and advice to help our community maximize its opportunities. Contact us at: IG: https://instagram.com/hamilton_op?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Email: heop@hamilton.edu GUEST INTEREST FORM https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0SL01M5ulFZDDKsfIEESGsoE

Publisher

OPM

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Feb 2023

Latest episode

16 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

52 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jun 2026

   Ep. 44: Grab the Mic, Alejandro Sosa Hernandez!

   Today's episode is a throwback - recorded in October 2024 - featuring Alejandro, who was then a junior. In this highly anticipated episode Meg and Ale discuss their shared experiences growing up in the Midwest, Ale's trajectory as writer and novelist, and life on the Hill. Play close attention to this episode and stay tuned for Part 2, coming soon!

2. 

   30 Apr 2025

   Ep. 44: Grab the Mic, Jaylene Rodriguez!

   Today we are welcomed on by Jaylene! Our first freshman interview of 2025 couldn't have gone better. We explore the Jaylene's upbringing, her transition to Upstate New York, and how college is going for her. Join us for this amazing episode!

3. 

   25 Apr 2025

   Ep. 43: Grab the Mic, Edwin Mensah- Boateng!

   In this special episode, we sit down with a graduating OP senior, Edwin Mensah-Boateng, to reflect on his Hamilton journey—navigating college life, embracing community, and finding strength in struggle. Join us for a conversation that celebrates the journey and embracing the process!

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

1,460

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

20 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 47 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

39

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

71

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

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