College And Beyond: Real Talk with Amour Carthy
Ready to crush the college game & set yourself up for life? Join Amour Carthy, Ed.M.—a 1st gen college alumna from Spelman College, Temple University, and Harvard University—on College & Beyond: Real Talk. In this no-fluff, all-fun podcast, Amour breaks down everything you need to know about getting into college, thriving while you're there, and killing it after graduation. She brings on guests who share their own journeys & drop gems of wisdom to help you own your path. Whether you're a student or a parent, get ready for real stories, expert tips, and a whole lot of motivation!
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 15
- Years Active
- 2025
From Howard to the White House: Stanley Scott III on Purpose, Politics, and the Power of Giving Back
In this episode, we sit down with rising Howard University sophomore Stanley Scott III, a student leader with big dreams and an even bigger heart. From earning a 3.79 GPA and leading on campus throug…
Rooted in the South, Rising in Sports: Cameron’s Path from Scholarships to a Ph.D
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Cameron from the Atlanta Metro—fresh off earning her second Master’s degree and preparing to begin a Ph.D. program at the University of Alabama this fall. C…
Big Dreams, Small Town: Braylen Burgess Talks Football, Academics & Transfer Portals
Braylen Burgess had it all — a full-ride football scholarship, a 3.7 GPA, and a future in economics at Bucknell University. But what happens when the dream comes with a dose of reality? In this episo…
From Deferred to Defying Gravity: Stone Smith’s MIT Story
In this episode, MIT sophomore Stone Smith shares how he turned a deferral into a full acceptance—and how he’s navigating life as an aerospace engineering major, lacrosse player, and fraternity broth…
More Than Enough: Balancing Purpose & Pressure at Howard
In this episode, we sit down with Kailyn Philpot, a junior at Howard University majoring in Legal Communications with a minor in International Affairs. As a resident assistant and active member of a …
Finding Her Voice: Laila Johnson’s Journey from Philly to Spelman & the Fight for Social Justice
In this episode of College & Beyond: Real Talk with Amour Carthy, we sit down with Laila Johnson, a dynamic Spelman College student passionate about social justice and advocacy. Growing up in Philade…
Mind, Movement & Motivation – Ellie Correa’s Journey at FIU Introduction
In this episode of College and Beyond: Real Talk with Amour Carthy, we sit down with Ellie Correa, a driven and passionate freshman at Florida International University. As a Psychology major and part…
Kamaria Sequeira: From ATL to AAMU—Hoops, Hustle, and Sweet Tea Success
Kamaria Sequeira’s journey is a story of ambition, entrepreneurship, and embracing the HBCU experience. Growing up in the Atlanta metro, she was one of the basketball managers for her high school tea…
The Game Plan: Miles Johnson's Journey in Sports Journalism
This episode takes you inside the world of Miles Johnson, a rising star in sports journalism. From his time at Morehouse College to graduate school at NYU, Miles has carved out a path to success in a…
From Atlanta to Hollywood: Kevin Washington Jr.’s Journey from Morehouse to USC Film School
In this episode of College & Beyond: Real Talk with Amour, we sit down with Kevin Washington Jr., an Atlanta native whose passion for storytelling led him from a small private high school to Morehous…
Following the Legacy – Solomon Tucker’s Journey from Drew Charter to Morehouse
In this episode ofCollege & Beyond: Real Talk with Amour, we sit down with Solomon Tucker, a freshman at Morehouse College, as he shares his journey from Drew Charter School to one of the nation's mo…
"From Private to Public: Donovan’s Journey to Georgia Tech"
Listen & Watch the inspiring story of Donovan Jones, a Black male student who transitioned from a small private high school to the bustling halls of Georgia Tech. Donovan discusses how he earned a pr…
Bailey’s Path: From Small Private School to Full Ride at a Large Public University
In this episode, join Bailey as she shares her journey from a small private high school to earning a full-ride scholarship at a large public university. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs…
The Road to D1: Gisella Sweet’s Journey"Description
"The Road to D1: Gisella Sweet’s Journey" offers an insightful look into the journey of Gisella Sweet, a biracial student-athlete who overcame a high school injury to become a D1 soccer player at a p…
Balancing Books and Baseball: A Pitcher’s Journey to a D1 College
Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of a D1 college pitcher, diving into how he balanced the demands of baseball and academics to achieve success on and off the field.