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Join us for our first season! Tune in to listen to honest conversations and advice from two college students and a guest as they navigate their way through college into adulthood. From practical advice to funny accounts on how college life really is! Subscribe today and don’t miss a single episode of this entertaining podcast.
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Episode 12: Loneliness in College: You're Not Alone
College can be an exciting yet isolating experience, and many students find themselves grappling with loneliness. In our latest episode, we tackle this important topic head-on. Join us as we discuss the unique challenges of loneliness in college, share personal stories, and offer practical tips on how to connect with others. Whether you’re a freshman or an upperclassman, this episode is for you! Don’t miss out on insights that could transform your college experience. Tune in now!
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- Find one person you vibe with and make an effort to connect. It doesn’t have to be a whole friend group—one solid friend can change everything.
- Stop doom-scrolling and romanticizing everyone else’s life. What you see online isn’t the full picture.
- Say yes to something new, even if it’s a little out of your comfort zone. You never know what’ll come from it.
Check out this clip from Episode 12:
Episode 11: Spooktacular Safety Tips – Surviving Halloween Without the Horror
Whether you’re planning to go all out with your costume, hit up some spooky parties, or just enjoy the fall vibes, we want to make sure you’re staying safe while having a blast. In this episode, we’ll share some practical tips to help you navigate the tricks and treats of Halloween without any scares (unless they’re the fun kind).
Meet our newest college “idiot” Lauren and hear Evan, Sam, and Lauren discuss college Halloween parties. From funny costumes to enjoying treats while avoiding the tricks, listen to their Top 5 tips for staying safe and having fun this Halloween.
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Episode 10: Five Homesick Hacks: Making College Feel Like Home
It’s completely normal to feel homesick, especially when you’re adjusting to a new environment. It can hit you right away, or sometimes, it sneaks up when you least expect it. In this episode, Evan and Sam discuss practical and effective ways to combat homesickness so you can thrive and truly enjoy this chapter of your life.
Listen to 5 great tips to help combat homesickness and learn what Squishmallows and acoustic guitars have in common!
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Episode 9: College curious: freshman addition
Welcome to Season 3! Join Sam and Evan, along with their special guest, Eva, as they dive into the most pressing questions, concerns, and curiosities that new college students have.
Whether you’re excited, nervous, or a bit of both, tune in to get tips, advice, and stories and get ready to thrive in your first year of college!
Check out our first YouTube “Short” Video from this episode:
Episode 8: Beating the College Winter Blues
Join Sam and Evan as they tackle the chilliest season with warmth, laughter and a whole lot of tips to keep your spirits high during those frosty days on campus. Listen as they talk about navigating the dark, cold days of winter by staying cozy, connected, and motivated throughout the semester.
Episode 7: Navigating the New Semester with a Side of Spoiled Milk
Join Sam and Evan, with their guest host or what we affectionately like to call the guest “college idiot”, Alex. Listen as they give advice on navigating a new semester.
Whether you are a new freshman or a seasoned student, learn great tips on how to manage your time, organize your schedule, buy your books, and even make time for fun. Don’t miss this helpful and hilarious episode of the Three College Idiots.
Listen to the end to learn about the “side of spoiled milk” !
Episode 6: Beginner Guide to Dorm Life: Your New Mojo Dojo Casa Dorm
Join us as we host an episode of SafeTEA, where we get to take the reins as guest hosts. Tune in to hear hilarious tales from our freshman year, coupled with invaluable advice for first-time dorm movers and essential safety tips.
Listen to Mariellen Jacobs and her son, Clark and learn about their organization, Rail Against The Danger. Clark was injured in college when he fell from a bunk bed and now their mission is to get bed railings in all colleges so no one has to go through what Clark did.
Check out College911.net and learn about the Corey Act, an initiative started by Nanette Hausman to expand required safety reporting to include incidents resulting in death or serious physical injury. Colleges currently only have to report crimes that occur on campus, however, accidental injuries are estimated to be the leading cause of death for college students. By enacting this law, colleges would have a clearer pictures of where and why certain incidients were occuring and be able to better address these safety issues.
Episode 5: Fun College Traditions
Colleges have a lot of fun traditions, at Indiana University it’s the Little 500 weekend. These traditions can be tons of fun, but what if you get in trouble or a friend seems to have overindulged? What are some campus resources if you or a friend gets a drinking ticket? How can you tell when it’s time to call 911?
Learn this and much more in this episode of Three College Idiots.
Episode 4: Travel Safety Tips for College Students
What does 22 Jump Street, soft and hard launch, and travel safety have in common?
In this episode of Three College Idiots, Sam is joined by two of her friends, Annabelle & Gabbie. They talk about about past spring break travels and how to stay safe while traveling. Listen to funny stories as well have helpful advice for your future travels.
Episode 3: Happy 10th birthday Indiana Lifeline Law
In this episode, Three College Idiots talk about the Indiana Lifeline Law, a medical amnesty law. This law provides immunity for some alcohol-related offenses, subject to certain conditions, to those who request medical assistance for someone in need.
*Listen to the end to hear some of our blooper outtakes!
Episode 2: The Sewer Guy
Special thanks to our guest host, Gabbie Werner
Episode 1: Severed Arms & Other Creepy College Ghost Stories
A new podcast by college students about college students. Listen to this first episode, where in the spirit of Halloween, we talk about different spooky stories from several colleges.
Special thanks to our guest hosts, Izzie Ruiz & Emily Myers.
Samantha & the “Pumpkin Boy” painting
Creepy doll in Evan’s house
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