August 5th, 2026: No More Applying To Colleges, The White House Borrows Nicole Kidman And My Grandfather's Ashes Getting Confused For My Drugs
On the Aug. 5, 2026 episode, Lindsey Vernick breaks down the rise of direct admissions where colleges proactively offer spots, the White House’s controversial ad borrowing Nicole Kidman’s dramatic commercial style, and Gen X’s nightlife comeback. She mixes in personal moments — a bizarre dream, a funny family story about spilled ashes, and a sponsor bit about passwords.
Quick news takes, humor, and a cooking tip round out the episode, with a reminder to sign up for the summer residency.
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