Aimee and Francis discuss the pros and cons of purchasing a new car. They review the steps they take when looking into purchasing a car and some of the requirements in order to take one home.

Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lrQFU2DcbpUpSjdHAIrcw2R97j5vp_ZMSpSrlcSzMwE/edit?usp=sharing

Aimee & Tanvi* review how to get your license and access the DMV in California.

*This podcast was created for the 2023 cohort and is being reposted for the 2024 cohort

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kXLD0Z21uOLpKZ5-Vo3vMvwQuzrbzVne/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=112465988625426767156&rtpof=true&sd=true

Aimee and Jyotsana* discuss getting around campus and nearby without a car. They review options such as walking, biking, and using an electric scooter.

*This podcast was created for the 2023 cohort and is being published again for the 2024 cohort.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lABhLOuv8Vl8jX79WvJCEJtV5yrAGUsotz35gV_fLM0/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee and Nezahat* as they discuss what it is like to use public transportation in the U.S., specifically buses and trains.

*This podcast was recorded for the 2023 cohort and reposted for the 2024 cohort

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UJx7ANAIVTAb8fwm3ScfrrPTYcEaGSU24ma9pyJuK_M/edit?usp=sharing

Aimee and Maryam discuss renting a car and utilizing student discounts for ZipCar.

*This podcast was recorded for the 2023 cohort and is being reposted for the 2024 cohort.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k5s915fJOsu70quN24ixgTAndwUEcl8D9uGqGwIjJ2s/edit?usp=sharing

Aimee and Arieyshma discuss common text, phone call, and email scams to look out for in the U.S. and how to protect yourself from the most common scams.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1sot7CR9pMQx5TKnc-ZcKjQ-5FQ8Inc94ItlgtjlWWlk/edit?usp=sharing

Aimee and Blanca* discuss what essential items to budget for early on to settle into your apartments and what items you may want to consider getting second hand or new, as well as what items you might be able to wait for.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OEpfqaGzc0t0AXXkT-Yxqeju3VveUkNS/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=112465988625426767156&rtpof=true&sd=true

Jyotsana and Berkay discuss where to find second hand items to make your money stretch as you settle into your apartment as a graduate student.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CIGuxc3sRd_oRZkPGs8XK7uFNja-AYDQHm1ExbsLD5I/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee and Juan Camilo as they discuss resources on campus for those who begin their graduate journey with partners and/or kids or have them along the way.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-hcvhuBPt_4f7kB-m4Cym7l6aFJXsuiNhMpZjx4xCbg/edit?usp=sharing

Join Jyotsana and Stella as they discuss how to utilize the Basic Needs Center, especially the Fresh Pantry.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fgps5xNqg67hE3HmB15CSylBFyYkFcAZpPH6_E-00-4/edit?usp=sharing