Topic: College Credit

2 chapters across the catalog

Bigdala
Episode 939 25:20 - 31:28

939: Bigdala

Evolution of Apprenticeships into Unpaid Internships

The traditional apprenticeship model has largely been replaced by internships, which are frequently unpaid and sometimes exploited for college credit without providing real skills. Personal anecdotes about blacksmithing and paper routes illustrate a shift from rigorous on-the-job training to a system where interns may not even show up for work. This transition is cited as a contributing factor to the current "unemployability" of some younger workers.

Coming Soon: The Cashless Society
Episode 128 1:34:54 - 1:37:59

128: Coming Soon: The Cashless Society

Advanced Placement Scam, College Admissions Standards

The discussion turns to the "Advanced Placement" (AP) system, which allows students to achieve GPAs higher than 4.0 through extra credits. One host characterizes this as a "money-making scheme" that has become a requirement for admission into top-tier public universities. This system is criticized for creating an uneven playing field and complicating the path to higher education.