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Inside the GMAT

Graduate Management Admission Council

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Inside the GMAT is the podcast designed for anyone considering, applying to, or preparing for business school. Whether you're just beginning to explore the MBA path, knee-deep in applications, or focused on mastering the GMAT exam, this show is your inside track to smarter decisions, expert advice, and strategies that work. Brought to you by GMAC (the makers of the GMAT exam) each weekly episode features candid conversations with admissions leaders, test prep experts, and successful students ...
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Countdown to Retirement with Gregg MacInnis

Gregg MacInnis

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Gregg MacInnis, Owner and President of Gmac Family Financial, joins you on Countdown to Retirement to offer up innovative financial strategies, solutions, security, and overall financial health. Listen as Gregg talks about his passion to serve his community and break down financial planning for your retirement.
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Tracking the Trojans | Trevecca

Austin Selby

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Journey w/ NCAA Division II Trevecca Nazarene University Track & Cross Country Teams through their 2019-2020 season. Trevecca is located in the Heart of Nashville, TN on a campus overlooking downtown Nashville. Founded in 1901. The head coach for both the Track & Field and Cross Country teams is Austin Selby.
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Muted History

Dr. Vicky Harris

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Welcome to Muted History, a podcast that takes you on a journey through the past, from ancient civilizations to modern times. We delve into world history, cultural history, political history, social history, economic history, and military history, exploring the events and historical figures that have shaped our world. But that's not all. In addition to exploring the stories of the past, we also dive into the dark side of humanity with our true crime segment. We bring you the most intriguing ...
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Why GMAC Zach is Taking the EA Exam 24:03

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Now for something completely different! GMAC Zach is putting himself in the hot seat. In this kickoff episode, he sits down with Stacey Koprince from Manhattan Prep to talk about his own career goals, and whether a full-time, part-time, or executive MBA could be the right next step. Zach opens up about the leadership skills he wants to strengthen b…
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EA Prep Week 3: When Life Has Different Plans for Your Prep 21:06

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In this emotional and insightful episode, GMAC Zach opens up about receiving difficult family news that put his EA prep on pause. Joined by Manhattan Prep's Stacey Koprince, he explores how to regain focus and motivation when life throws unexpected challenges your way. Zach and Stacey discuss how to rebuild a study rhythm after disruption, balance …
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MBA Career Pivots with MBA Pathfinders 34:53

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Many MBA applicants see business school as a chance to pivot—to shift industries, roles, or even entire careers. But how realistic is your pivot story, and how can you make it resonate with admissions committees and recruiters? In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach is joined by Pamela Jaffe and Laura Nelson, founders of MBA Pathfinders, who…
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When Should You Start Estate Planning? 9:45

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When Should You Start Estate Planning? Studies have shown that most Americans don’t have a will nor have taken the steps to protect the money they intend to leave for heirs. If you don’t make an estate plan yourself, the state in which you live may make it for you – and you may not like it. On this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis…
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EA Prep Week 2: Striking the Balance 26:05

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"When you approach EA prep the right way, you're not just studying for a test—you're training your brain for your business career." GMAC Zach continues his EA exam prep journey with expert coach Stacey Koprince from Manhattan Prep. Zach shares his early research into Executive MBA programs close to home in Washington, DC — from Georgetown McDonough…
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AI Can't Tell Your Story: Authenticity in MBA Admissions 45:05

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Do you know how to tell your story authentically, not artificially? GMAC Zach and Susan Berishaj, founder of Sia Admissions, discuss the evolving role of AI in MBA admissions and the importance of authentic storytelling. They explore common misconceptions about the admissions process, the risks of over-reliance on AI, and the significance of intros…
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EA Prep Week 1: The Practice Results Are In...! 25:49

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Can you get a good EA score after one week of prep? It turns out you can! In the first week of his Executive Assessment journey, GMAC Zach finally puts his skills to the test — literally. After taking both the EA Question Sampler and his very first full-length practice exam, he sits down with test-prep legend Stacey Koprince of Manhattan Prep to un…
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Inside Yale's MBA for Executives Program 37:40

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GMAC Zach speaks with Keith Gallinelli and Emily Whitehouse from the Yale School of Management about Yale's MBA for Executives program. Together, they share what sets their EMBA apart, from its integrated core curriculum taught through an executive lens to the way students immediately apply new skills to their careers. Keith and Emily also break do…
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The Art of Crafting a Career-Defining Narrative 34:32

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In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach and guest Ellin Lolis from Ellin Lolis Consulting discuss the significance of crafting a career-defining narrative for MBA applicants. They explore how storytelling can enhance clarity and connection in applications, the evaluation criteria used by admissions committees, and methodologies for developing…
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Advancery: Your Ideal Business School Planner 18:46

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Application and test prep season can feel overwhelming with deadlines, essays, recommendations, and GMAT prep all colliding at once. In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach sits down with Alexis Meares, Manager of New Product Development at GMAC, to unpack what a realistic business school application plan looks like. Together, they explore wh…
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Do You Need a ‘Bigger Retirement Boat?’ 9:00

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Do You Need a ‘Bigger Retirement Boat?’ The 50th anniversary of the movie ‘Jaws’ brings memories of one of its famous lines, “We’re going to need a bigger boat.” The same can be true in retirement planning. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis talks about the symptoms that can lead to leakage in your retirement boat and the li…
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Which Test is Best? Choosing a Business School Exam with Charles Bibilos, GMAT Ninja 44:23

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"Sometimes with more choice comes more anxiety. And the decision of which exam to take ends up being part of the process that can be complicated and painful." Deciding which exam to take can be tough - but it doesn't have to be! In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach is joined by Charles Bibilos, founder of GMAT Ninja, to discuss the complex…
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From Setback to Success: Turning Persistence into a 685 17:08

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"The most important thing is to not give up and to believe that it's possible." What does it take to turn setbacks into success? In this episode, GMAC Zach sits down with recent GMAT test taker Ana Marie Dias, who shares her candid journey from underestimating the exam to earning a competitive score of 685 that opened doors to her dream program in …
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How Can You ‘Weatherproof’ Your Retirement Plan? 8:13

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How Can You ‘Weatherproof’ Your Retirement Plan? Hurricane season reminds us that if you don’t take precautions until there are warnings, it could be too late. This same can be true in retirement planning. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis talks about ways to ‘weatherproof’ your savings, including safeguarding income source…
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Beyond a Perfect Score 30:14

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"Prepping for the GMAT was one of the biggest, most self-motivated projects of my adult life. It gave me concrete feedback I hadn't experienced in years. Improvement wasn't visible every day, but I could see how my effort turned into results." In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach sits down with Julia Shackelford, who earned a perfect GMAT …
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Skills-Based Approach to GMAT Prep 1:00:23

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"Knowledge used to be power, but it no longer is power. What you do with that knowledge—that's the skill." In this must-watch episode for test takers, GMAC Zach speaks at length with Sergey Kouk from Admit Master about a skills-based approach to GMAT preparation. They discuss the common misconceptions surrounding the GMAT, the importance of reasoni…
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The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ – Part 2 9:50

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The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ – Part 2 We continue our conversation on President Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill.’ In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis explains what has changed with charitable donations, auto loan interest deductions and covers the introduction of the new ‘Trump Accounts.’ Gregg also explains his view of tax p…
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Inside the GMAT Official Guide 40:58

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The GMAT Official Guide is more than just a book. It's your direct line to real GMAT questions and the best possible test-day preparation. In this episode, GMAC Zach is once again joined by Stacey Koprince from Manhattan Prep to explore how to get the most out of the Official Guide and other GMAT official tools. You'll learn why practicing with rea…
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Keep it Simple, Score Higher 46:36

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"Don't prepare until you can get the questions right. Prepare until you can't get them wrong." What if mastering the GMAT wasn't about doing more—it was about doing less, but smarter? In this episode of Inside the GMAT, Zach is joined by Scott Woodbury-Stewart, Founder and CEO of Target Test Prep, to explore how simplifying your prep can lead to be…
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How Does the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Affect Your Retirement? 9:51

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How Does the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Affect Your Retirement? Congress recently signed off on President Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill.’ So what does that mean for your retirement? In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis tells us what hasn’t changed – including lower tax brackets and a higher standard deduction – and what is different. …
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The Hidden ROI of an MBA 24:06

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An MBA can open doors to top jobs and bigger paychecks—but what about the value that doesn't show up on a resume? In this episode, Zach is joined by Melody Jones, founder of Vantage Point MBA Admissions Consulting, to uncover the hidden ROI of business school: confidence, personal growth, lasting relationships, and the transformational power of hum…
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How to Choose the Right Type of MBA Program 41:18

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Not sure whether you should pursue a full-time, part-time, or executive MBA program? You're not alone! Oren Margolis from Pinetree & Palm Consulting joins the pod to dive deep into the crucial decision-making process of choosing the right type of MBA Program. As an experienced MBA admissions consultant and executive coach, Oren and Zach explore the…
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Timing is Everything When It Comes to Claiming Social Security 8:12

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Timing is Everything When It Comes to Claiming Social Security There has been a surge of people claiming Social Security at the earliest age of 62. Why? They’re afraid the “government is going to run out of money.” But in this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis debunks that perception and explains what careful timing your benefits m…
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Signs You Might Want to Switch Your Financial Advisor 9:45

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Signs You Might Want to Switch Your Financial Advisor Is your financial advisor not returning your calls or doing maintenance on your portfolio? Are they not providing your other needs like tax and estate planning? In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis offers the reasons you might want to change advisors and why it’s okay to se…
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Season 5 Coming Soon! Plus Announcements! 2:40

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Season 5 is on the way! In this quick update, host Zach shares what's coming in the next season of Inside the GMAT, how you can get involved, and one big announcement: the Official Guide 2025–2026 is out now! Whether you're prepping for the exam or just starting your journey, this is your moment to get ahead. 📝 Get the new Official Guide: mba.com/p…
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Are You Prepared for Longevity Risk in Retirement? 9:30

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Are You Prepared for Longevity Risk in Retirement? It’s a fact – people are living longer. And many can underestimate how much money they’ll need to make their retirement last their entire lifespan. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg Macinnis talks about what’s in his longevity ‘toolbox,’ including guaranteed income, ‘safe’ money out…
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Can I Retire This Year? 9:07

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Can I Retire This Year? It’s one of the biggest questions that people ask when they hit their 60s – can I retire this year? But answering takes a thorough examination of your assets. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis explains what boxes he checks off to determine whether it’s possible and touches on how he helps the transit…
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