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EPISODE #238

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April 12, 2026 • 5 minutes • Hosted by Victoria

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Episode #238

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About This Episode

Dive into the 3-year degree shift, Rocki’s Dior debut, and tour tea from Usher & Breezy. Plus, gems from UCLA’s champs and CA’s political shakeup. Stay tapped into the culture and get ahead.

Today's Highlights:

Colleges nationwide adopt three-year bachelor’s degrees to combat rising tuition and student debt.
Accelerated degree tracks provide strategic financial relief for students navigating high education costs.
California’s shifting political landscape spotlights high-stakes issues impacting Black community representation and power.
Higher education leaders overhaul traditional models to improve accessibility for diverse student populations.
New educational shifts offer direct solutions for students facing the mounting pressure of debt.

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