Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

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Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive episodes

  • Longwood University with RJ Magee

    In this College Deep Dive, RJ Magee the Visiting Assistant Professor of Acting at Longwood University and Charlie Murphy the Director of MTCA discuss: 

    • Why you should go to a boutique school 
    • An casting director/manager perspective on collegiate training 
    • Breaking into the business advice  

    • Check out upcoming MTCA Events!  

      Launching Your College Audition Process


      If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


      Follow Us! 

      Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

      YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

      TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

      Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

      Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


      About MTCA: 

      Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


      About Charlie Murphy: 

      Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


      With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


      This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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      1 hr 9 min
    • Circle in the Square with Jeanne Slater

      In this College Deep Dive, Jeanne Slater the Artistic Director of Circle in the Square and Director of MTCA Charlie Murphy discuss: 


      • Flexibility with a 2 year certificate or 4 year BFA in NYC and Florida 
      • Creating and maintaining relationships with industry professionals 
      • Training that is applicable to the current landscape of the business  

      • If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


        Follow Us! 

        Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

        YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

        TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

        Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

        Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


        About MTCA: 

        Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


        About Charlie Murphy: 

        Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


        With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


        This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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        1 hr 12 min
      • The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts with Danny Loftus George

        In the College Deep Dive Episode, Danny George President of The Norwalk Conservatory and Charlie Murphy MTCA Director discuss: 

        • What is missing from a four year program university
        • Immediate collaboration with working professionals in the business 
        • Urgency of obtaining work for students 
        • Curriculum focus on TV/Film and Dance 

        • For more information about The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts visit the following places: 

          • @thenorwalkconservatory on Instagram 
          • https://www.thenorwalkconservatory.org/

          • Be sure to check out little Solveig in Waitress! 


            If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


            Follow Us! 

            Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

            YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

            TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

            Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

            Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


            About MTCA: 

            Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


            About Charlie Murphy: 

            Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


            With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


            This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.

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            54 min
          • Howard University with Michael McElroy

            In this College Deep Dive, we welcome back Michael McElroy to talk about Howard University. Michael and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

            • What Michael is bringing to Howard 
            • What a HBCU offers a prospective student 
            • What it means to be an artist in a safe environment 
            • YoungArts

            • Be sure to check out more information about Howard University at:

              • finearts.howard.edu 
              • @howardmusicaltheatre on Instagram

              • Join us for Junior Workshop on Saturday December 2nd and Sunday December 3rd online or LIve in NYC


                If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                Follow Us! 

                Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                About MTCA: 

                Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                About Charlie Murphy: 

                Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                1 hr 9 min
              • American University with Carl Menninger

                In this College Deep Dive, Carl Menninger from American University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss:

                • The differences in a BA Program
                • The possibilities for blending Arts and Social Justice
                • The difference between enjoying acting and doing it for a career
                • The shifting tide of more multi-hyphenate artists
                • The different timing options for American’s auditions

                • If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                  Follow Us! 

                  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                  YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                  Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                  About MTCA: 

                  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                  About Charlie Murphy: 

                  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                  With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                  This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.

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                  56 min
                • SUNY Purchase with Liam Joynt

                  In this College Deep Dive, Liam Joynt from SUNY Purchase and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

                  • Habits as a human that serves your acting 
                  •  Different ways to utilize your voice to convey a point of view 
                  •  Professional actor training at a affordable price 
                  • Creative, empathetic, and driven artists

                  • For more information about SUNY Purchase: 

                    • @purchasecollege
                    • https://www.purchase.edu/academics/acting/ 


                      Join us for Junior Workshop: Nov 8th at 8pm Eastern: HERE


                      If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                      Follow Us! 

                      Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                      YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                      TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                      Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                      Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                      About MTCA: 

                      Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                      About Charlie Murphy: 

                      Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                      With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                      This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.

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                      59 min
                    • Ohio University with Steven Strafford

                      In this College Deep Dive, Steven Strafford from Ohio University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


                      🔴Celebrating your individual weird 

                      🔴Importance of Ensemble Acting 

                      🔴Exposing students to different locations for theater markets 

                      🔴Balancing bravery and vulnerability 


                      Be sure to check out @ohiouniversitymusicaltheater on Instagram and TikTok. Email Steven at [email protected]


                      Join us for Junior Workshop on Nov 8th at 8pm Eastern: SIGN UP HERE


                      If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                      Follow Us! 

                      Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                      YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                      TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                      Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                      Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                      About MTCA: 

                      Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                      About Charlie Murphy: 

                      Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                      With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                      This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                      1 hr 15 min
                    • UNC Greensboro with Dominick Amendum

                      In this College Deep Dive, Dominick Amendum from UNC Greensboro and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


                      • Cultivating relationships from early auditions 
                      • Expressing interest to a program with a smaller class size 
                      • Advantages of a newer program 
                      • How UNCG thinks about diversity and identity in creating their class 

                      • Be sure to check out: 

                        • Musicaltheater.uncg.edu
                        • @uncgmt

                        • If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                          Follow Us! 

                          Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                          YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                          TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                          Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                          Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                          About MTCA: 

                          Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                          About Charlie Murphy: 

                          Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                          With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                          This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                          1 hr 7 min
                        • Chico State with Matthew Teague Miller

                          In this College Deep Dive, Matthew Teague Miller from Chico State and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 


                          • Social justice mindset of Chico State
                          • Accessible audition process 
                          • Consent based casting 
                          • Transferring process 

                          • Be sure to check out Chico State at: 

                            • @chico.state.theatre
                            • https://www.csuchico.edu

                            • If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                              Follow Us! 

                              Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                              YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                              TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                              Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                              Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                              About MTCA: 

                              Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                              About Charlie Murphy: 

                              Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                              With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                              This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds. 

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                              1 hr 20 min
                            • Florida State University with Alisa Hauser

                              In this College Deep Dive, Alisa Hauser from Florida State University and MTCA Director Charlie Murphy discuss: 

                              • Granularity between the BM and BFA Musical Theater tracks 
                              • Expressing interest to schools 
                              • Vocal Technique Journey 
                              • Prescreen Submission Suggestions 

                              • If you would like to learn more about FSU, check out the following places: 

                                • https://theatre.fsu.edu/ 
                                • https://music.fsu.edu/ 
                                • Infographic: Differences between paths at the bottom of the website 

                                • If you have any questions about the college audition process, feel free to reach out at [email protected]. If you’re interested in working with MTCA for help with your individualized preparation for your College Audition journey, please check us out at mtcollegeauditions.com, or on Instagram or Facebook. 


                                  Follow Us! 

                                  Instagram: @mappingthecollegeaudition

                                  YouTube: @MTCA (Musical Theater College Auditions) 

                                  TikTok: @mtcollegeauditions 

                                  Charlie Murphy:@charmur7 

                                  Meghan Cordier:@meghanmarie2014


                                  About MTCA: 

                                  Musical Theater College Auditions (MTCA) is the leader in coaching acting and musical theater students through the college audition process and beyond with superlative results. MTCA has assembled a roster of expert artist-educators who can guide students artistically, organizationally, strategically, and psychologically through the competitive college audition process. MTCA provides the tools, resources, and expertise along with a vast and strong support system. They train the unique individual, empowering the artist to bring their true, authentic self to their work. MTCA believes that by helping students reveal their potential it allows each school to connect with those who are truly right for their programs, which in turn guides each student toward their best college fit. 


                                  About Charlie Murphy: 

                                  Charlie is a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s BFA program. As an Actor he has performed with theaters such as: NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park”, The Pearl Theatre Company, Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Theatre Company, Kinetic Theatre Company, and the Shakespeare Theatre of DC.


                                  With MTCA [Musical Theater College Auditions -- mtca.nyc], he has been helping prospective theatre students through the college process for over 15 years. As a Teacher and Director, he is able to do a few of his favorite things in life: help students to find their authentic selves as artists, and then help them find their best fit for their collegiate journey. Through this podcast, he hopes to continue that work as well as help demystify this intricate process.


                                  This episode was produced by Meghan Cordier and Charlie Murphy. Episode theme music is created by Will Reynolds.

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                                  1 hr 7 min

                                About Mapping the College Audition: College Deep Dive

                                From the publisher's feed

                                A subset of the larger Mapping the College Audition podcast feed, this one focused on the College Audition Process.