You Can Afford College with Quinton Lampkin Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:12:14 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1260353 en-us © 2026 You Can Afford College with Quinton Lampkin yes cc77590d-0915-52e1-a3ac-1355daec28ba Quinton Lampkin episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Quinton Lampkin https://storage.buzzsprout.com/h8lmb7i0z1ealvd2yb4g5s5ypuzj?.jpg You Can Afford College with Quinton Lampkin [Final Episode of Season 1. Season 2 Starts in January 2021] - Prep for College Success [Final Episode of Season 1. Season 2 Starts in January 2021] - Prep for College Success In this final episode of season 1, Quinton talks about how to prepare for college; how to select a college that fits you best; important tips on how to be successful once you are in college; and resources and suggestions on where to turn to for help with the college application process and after entering college.

]]> In this final episode of season 1, Quinton talks about how to prepare for college; how to select a college that fits you best; important tips on how to be successful once you are in college; and resources and suggestions on where to turn to for help with the college application process and after entering college.

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6762376 Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500 3725 1 15 full false [Rebroadcast] - Dr. LaNysha Adams: COVID-19 Impact on Higher Education [Rebroadcast] - Dr. LaNysha Adams: COVID-19 Impact on Higher Education Quinton speaks with an award-winning consultant Dr. LaNysha Adams about the impact of COVID-19 on higher education, making education plans during the COVID-craziness, and her experience as an education entrepreneur. 

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]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6645214 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500 1581 1 14 full false [Rebroadcast] - Mischeal Metelus: You, Your Money & College Affordability [Rebroadcast] - Mischeal Metelus: You, Your Money & College Affordability This week Quinton talks to Mischael Metelus about his relationship to money, money management advice, college affordability, and breaking bad financial habits. 

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]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6542698 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500 1950 1 13 full false 7 Tip for High Schoolers Applying to College During the COVID-19 Pandemic 7 Tip for High Schoolers Applying to College During the COVID-19 Pandemic Even before the pandemic, our nation's teenagers, particularly first-generation and limited-income students of color, faced a series of roadblocks on their way to college. Today, many first-generation students are pushing forward and towards the college finish-line despite the lack of reliable technology equipment, timely financial aid advice, consistent mental health counseling to navigate the pandemic's stressors, or the chronic trauma of being at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19. In this episode, Quinton shares seven tips for making this year’s college-going process successful. 

]]> Even before the pandemic, our nation's teenagers, particularly first-generation and limited-income students of color, faced a series of roadblocks on their way to college. Today, many first-generation students are pushing forward and towards the college finish-line despite the lack of reliable technology equipment, timely financial aid advice, consistent mental health counseling to navigate the pandemic's stressors, or the chronic trauma of being at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19. In this episode, Quinton shares seven tips for making this year’s college-going process successful. 

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6442951 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0500 805 1 12 full false From High School Diploma to Education Professional: Increasing the Representation of Black Male Educators From High School Diploma to Education Professional: Increasing the Representation of Black Male Educators In this episode, Quinton talks about the importance of advisers across high school and university settings, championing and educating students on key financial strategies that will provide a pathway to education degrees for black male students.

]]> In this episode, Quinton talks about the importance of advisers across high school and university settings, championing and educating students on key financial strategies that will provide a pathway to education degrees for black male students.

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6311716 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0500 1397 1 11 full false Ready, Set, Go! Finding the Right College. Ready, Set, Go! Finding the Right College. In this week's episode, Quinton gives strategies to identify a list of colleges that could put smiles on your face!

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]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6192850 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 16:00:00 -0500 911 1 10 full false 2020 Student's Guide to Winning College Scholarships 2020 Student's Guide to Winning College Scholarships The clock is ticking. Have you kicked off your scholarship search? If so, how has your search been so far?! Not good? Don’t worry. In this episode, Quinton shares a few tips to help you get started.

]]> The clock is ticking. Have you kicked off your scholarship search? If so, how has your search been so far?! Not good? Don’t worry. In this episode, Quinton shares a few tips to help you get started.

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-6113026 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 17:00:00 -0400 614 1 9 full false 2020 Parent's Guide to Supporting College-Going Students 2020 Parent's Guide to Supporting College-Going Students Parents have a special role in encouraging our nation's youngsters to "keep their head up and their heart hopeful." In this episode, Quinton shares a few tips to help you support your teenager in believing that, yes, their college dreams are still possible, despite the chaos and challenges of COVID-19. The bottom line is this: remember that your unconditional love and timely action in following the steps discussed in this episode will help your youngsters handle the anxiety over their college decisions.  

]]> Parents have a special role in encouraging our nation's youngsters to "keep their head up and their heart hopeful." In this episode, Quinton shares a few tips to help you support your teenager in believing that, yes, their college dreams are still possible, despite the chaos and challenges of COVID-19. The bottom line is this: remember that your unconditional love and timely action in following the steps discussed in this episode will help your youngsters handle the anxiety over their college decisions.  

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5986345 Wed, 21 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0400 623 1 8 full false A Career You Love vs. A Career That Pays Well: Which Is More Important? A Career You Love vs. A Career That Pays Well: Which Is More Important? Last week, Quinton shared a few tips to help you choose a life that brings you joy, authenticity, and fulfillment. This week, he goes deeper into exploring what happens if the life you choose includes a dream career that doesn't pay a lot of money (at least in the beginning).

]]> Last week, Quinton shared a few tips to help you choose a life that brings you joy, authenticity, and fulfillment. This week, he goes deeper into exploring what happens if the life you choose includes a dream career that doesn't pay a lot of money (at least in the beginning).

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5896834 Wed, 14 Oct 2020 15:00:00 -0400 903 1 7 full false Quinton Lampkin: What Are You Meant to Do in Life? Quinton Lampkin: What Are You Meant to Do in Life? In my mid-twenties, I walked away from a traditional money-making career path in consulting to become an educator. Many of my closest friends cautioned me that my decision to become an educator would be signing up for a life of poverty. However, I was willing to do so if it meant improving the life outcomes of overlooked students.

Before leaving the consulting company, I spent months figuring out: "What am I meant to do in life?" I want to share my journey with you in hopes that if you've been asking yourself this same question lately, this episode gives tips on how to get started!

]]> In my mid-twenties, I walked away from a traditional money-making career path in consulting to become an educator. Many of my closest friends cautioned me that my decision to become an educator would be signing up for a life of poverty. However, I was willing to do so if it meant improving the life outcomes of overlooked students.

Before leaving the consulting company, I spent months figuring out: "What am I meant to do in life?" I want to share my journey with you in hopes that if you've been asking yourself this same question lately, this episode gives tips on how to get started!

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5728282 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:00:00 -0400 487 1 6 full false Quinton Lampkin: Do you need a college degree to be successful? Quinton Lampkin: Do you need a college degree to be successful? Quinton has some quick advice for anyone asking: "Do I need to go to college or graduate school to be successful?" 

]]> Quinton has some quick advice for anyone asking: "Do I need to go to college or graduate school to be successful?" 

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5669758 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:00:00 -0400 740 1 5 full false Danny Tejada: Navigating the College Application Process During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Danny Tejada: Navigating the College Application Process During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Quinton talks to Danny Tejada about tips and strategies for navigating this year’s college application process in the midst of the COVID pandemic, test-optional admissions and advice for students considering taking a “gap year.”  

]]> Quinton talks to Danny Tejada about tips and strategies for navigating this year’s college application process in the midst of the COVID pandemic, test-optional admissions and advice for students considering taking a “gap year.”  

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5561995 Wed, 23 Sep 2020 11:00:00 -0400 2226 1 4 full false Dr. LaNysha Adams: COVID-19 Impact on Higher Education Dr. LaNysha Adams: COVID-19 Impact on Higher Education Quinton speaks with an award-winning consultant Dr. LaNysha Adams about the impact of COVID-19 on higher education, how to make education plans during the COVID-craziness, and her experience as an education entrepreneur. 

]]> Quinton speaks with an award-winning consultant Dr. LaNysha Adams about the impact of COVID-19 on higher education, how to make education plans during the COVID-craziness, and her experience as an education entrepreneur. 

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5469421 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 13:00:00 -0400 1581 1 3 full false Mischael Metelus: Landing Your First Job After College & Navigating Today’s Workplace Mischael Metelus: Landing Your First Job After College & Navigating Today’s Workplace Quinton invites Mischeal Metelus back on the show to talking about finding his life’s purpose, landing his first job after college, and navigating today’s world of work. 

]]> Quinton invites Mischeal Metelus back on the show to talking about finding his life’s purpose, landing his first job after college, and navigating today’s world of work. 

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5364796 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0400 2266 1 2 full false Mischael Metelus: You, Your Money & College Affordability Mischael Metelus: You, Your Money & College Affordability This week Quinton talks to Mischael Metelus about his relationship to money, money management advice, college affordability and breaking bad financial habits. 

]]> This week Quinton talks to Mischael Metelus about his relationship to money, money management advice, college affordability and breaking bad financial habits. 

]]> Quinton Lampkin Buzzsprout-5247232 Tue, 01 Sep 2020 14:00:00 -0400 1950 1 1 full false Coming Soon: “You Can Afford College with Quinton Lampkin" Coming Soon: “You Can Afford College with Quinton Lampkin" Quinton gives a quick taste of what’s in store for season 1 of You Can Afford College.  

]]> Quinton gives a quick taste of what’s in store for season 1 of You Can Afford College.  

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