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The Postgrad Trenches

March 25, 2026 — Rachel Pestana, Tatum Munivez

What happens when the roadmap disappears after graduation? In this episode, Tatum and Rachel dive into the “postgrad trenches,” sharing honest reflections on the challenges of moving back home, starting new jobs, navigating changing friendships, and feeling the pressure to have life figured out. With relatable stories and practical encouragement, they remind listeners that it’s okay to feel uncertain and that God is still at work in every part of the transition.

Graduate in a black cap and gown with a red “Class of 2025” Biola University stole tosses her cap in the air, smiling excitedly on a tree-lined campus walkway with bells and greenery in the background.

Five Reminders About God for the Graduating Senior

February 18, 2026 — Rachel Pestana

Graduation brings celebration, uncertainty, grief, and hope—all at once. In this reflection, Rachel Pestana shares five reminders about who God is and how He faithfully walks with you into life beyond college.

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How to Make the Most of your College Years

January 7, 2026 — Chris Grace

College is a formative season for learning, relationships, and spiritual growth. Drawing from decades of experience as a professor, Chris Grace shares practical, grace-filled wisdom to help students steward their time, build meaningful friendships, and live with purpose during their college years.

Making Friends in College Is Harder Than I Expected—Now What?

September 10, 2025 — Chris Grace, Alisa Grace

Moving away to college comes with big expectations—but what happens when making friends turns out to be way harder than you thought? In this honest and practical episode, Chris and Alisa Grace unpack why college can feel surprisingly lonely (even for extroverts), and what you can do about it. With stories, research, and biblical insight, they offer simple but powerful steps to build meaningful friendships—even if you're shy, overwhelmed, or feeling invisible.

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