The Gap Year Podcast

From dumpster fire to silver lining, 2020 has been a rollercoaster that no one predicted. In this episode, Michelle Dittmer shares how to use Kolb's experiential learning theory to unpack 2020 and plan realistically for 2021. 

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Carol Xu didn’t know if taking a gap year would be the right decision, but she did it anyway and has no regrets looking back. In this episode, Carol shares how and why she decided to take a gap year, what she’s been up to and what she’s learned so far. 

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The Gap Year Planning Toolkit

Telling your parents you want to take a gap year can be the hardest part about your decision and can make for a very difficult conversation. In this episode, Michelle Dittmer, President of the Canadian Gap Year Association takes you through all the steps to ensure you have a successful conversation with your parents, from preparing for it to conducting it. 

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The Gap Year Planning Toolkit

When Nazra Noushad asked herself who she wanted to be in 10 years, she determined a gap year would help her become that person. In this episode, Nazra shares why and how she chose to take a gap year, how she told her mother, the opportunities she had and how her real world experience has set her up to thrive when she goes back to university. 

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Every kid is different and so is their journey. Not everyone is meant to pursue post-secondary education right after highschool; a gap year could be the best decision you ever help your kids make. Take Mary Boynton's experience for example, she is the mother of twin boys, who both decided to take a gap year in 2019. In this episode, Mary speaks candidly about their decision to take a gap year and the growth she’s seen from both her boys, only a few months into their year off. 

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A gap year goes beyond the backpackers you see on Instagram travelling the world. It takes guts to step away from a “normal” path, but you will be that much closer to your goals by doing so. In this episode, I define the reality of a gap year vs. the Instagram version and I explain the gap year personas I’ve seen, the benefits of taking a year off, especially during a global pandemic and my top tips for having a successful year.

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Kayne Boyall is a Climate Champion, passionate about the environment and speaks to us all about how to take action.  He talks about climate action, sustainability and some ways you can make your gap year more Earth-friendly.  He shares about how he was able to connect with local resources and groups with shared values.  If climate change is important to you or you are looking to connect with others on ANY issue, this episode will help you have the confidence and tools to open doors to having an impact.

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Sam Demma is a 20-year-old gap year alum and motivational speaker, podcast host of the High Performing Student and entrepreneur.  Sam will be sharing his full story along with some tips and ticks for making an impact on your very own gap year at Gap Year Frosh Week.  Make sure you don’t miss out!

In this episode Sam talks about how a physical injury and mental health downwards spiral pushed him into the most transformative experience of taking a gap year.  He shares his personal journey, navigating this experience with his family and some sage advice for us all!

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