Show overview
Transfer Talks Podcast has been publishing since 2023, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 56 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 15 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 12 min and 21 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.
The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.1 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. The busiest year was 2023, with 47 episodes published. Published by Transfer Jacks Mentoring.
From the publisher
Transfer Talks is primarily a student-produced podcast created by the Transfer Jacks Mentoring Program at Northern Arizona University. This podcast allows transfer students and graduates at NAU to share their stories and experiences with the transfer community. Our guests on the podcast include current NAU students, NAU alum, and NAU faculty and staff that were transfer students while they were in college.
Latest Episodes
View all 56 episodesAztec Fernandez - Transfer Student (Special Topics Episode)
In this special topics episode, transfer mentee Aztec joins us to talk stand-up comedy, public speaking, and YouTube editing. Whether you're into content creation or just looking to boost your confidence, this one’s for you!
Corin Hill- Transfer Student
Corin Hill, a Data Science major, shares his experience transferring from UNLV to NAU Flagstaff. He talks about finding community at NAU, the challenges of transitioning, and how connecting with others made all the difference. Tune in for insights on building a strong support system as a transfer student!
Kaylea Lindley- Transfer Jacks Peer Mentor
Kaylea, a Transfer Peer Mentor at NAU, shares her journey of transferring from Chico, CA, and her experiences so far at NAU. She also offers valuable tips on managing stress and making the most of your transfer experience. Tune in for insights and advice from someone who's been there!
Sarah Skillen - Director of Peer Jacks, Transfer Jacks, and Jacks State
Join us as we chat with Sarah, our amazing director, about her journey to NAU, her experience so far, and her best advice for incoming students!
Oswaldo Gomez Zamora- Transfer Student
Oswaldo, a second-semester transfer student, talks about his journey to NAU and what his experience has been like so far. From challenges to highlights, he shares his thoughts on adjusting to a new campus and community. Listen in to hear his story!
S2 Ep 14Cayla Vient- Transfer Jacks Peer Mentor
Cayla, one of our incredible team members for the 2024-25 school year, joins fellow mentor Sasha for an engaging interview! She opens up about her experience transferring to NAU and shares what drives her as she pursues a Political Science degree and a future career in law.
S2 Ep 13Julie Nutter- Transfer Jacks Peer Mentor
Julie, one of our amazing team members for the 2024-25 school year, sits down with fellow mentor Sasha for an insightful interview! She shares her experiences as a transfer mentor, talks about the classes she’s taking, and reflects on her journey from being a transfer student to supporting others in that same role.
S2 Ep 12Cole Nettles- Transfer Student
Cole, a new transfer student at Northern Arizona University, sits down with Transfer Jacks Mentor, Cayla Vient, to share his experiences transitioning to NAU. Hear about his journey, challenges, and what he’s enjoyed most so far as part of the Lumberjack community.
S2 Ep 11Sasha Lynette- Transfer Jacks Peer Mentor
Sasha is one of our beloved team members this 2023-24 school year and she is interviewed by peer mentor Megan! Sasha touches on what it's like being a peer mentor for transfer students, their academic program, and what it was like transitioning from being a transfer student to a transfer mentor.
S2 Ep 10Zachary Rodriguez- Senior Transfer Student
Zachary was interviewed by Transfer Jack Peer Mentor Brooke, who shared their experience transferring from Nevada to NAU. Their share there passion for games and what the future my hold for them
S2 Ep 9Arrajanee Rivera- Transfer Jack Peer Mentor
Arrajanee not only is a Transfer Jack Mentor but is also a Transfer Student too. She was interviewed by another Transfer Jack Peer Mentor Brooke explaining what its like to be a mentor and also her passions about NAU and clubs
S2 Ep 8Matt- Yuma Transfer Student
Matt was interviewed by Transfer Jack Peer Mentor Brooke, who shared their experience transferring from Yuma to NAU. Not only changing schools but also majors to interior design. Matt share their passion for interior design and new friend
S2 Ep 7Polaris Zungia- Graduating Transfer Student
Polaris was interviewed by Transfer Jack Peer Mentor Brooke, who shared their experience transferring from California to get a fresh start after the pandemic and also shared their passion within their class and how they are graduating this fall of 2023.
S2 Ep 6Samantha Larios- Musician Transfer Student
Samantha was interviewed by a Transfer Jack Peer Menter Cara, who shared their experience as a transfer to NAU. In this interview, they share their passion for music and how it led them to NAU.
S2 Ep 5Rebecca Heizeman- NAU Transfer Student
ERebecca was interviewed by a Transfer Jack Peer Menter Arrajenee, who shared their experience as a transfer to NAU. In this interview, they share their first struggle with their mental health and the changes they had to experience coming to NAU.
S2 Ep 4Jen- AZ Transfer Student
Jen was interviewed by a Transfer Jack Peer Mentor Amina, who shared their experience as a transfer from Phonix College to NAU. In this interview, they share their passion for their major and what it is like to be a new transfer student.
S2 Ep 3Nic Silvestris- Out Of State Transfer Student
Nic was interviewed by a Transfer Jack Peer Mentor Cara, who shared their experience as a transfer student from across the U.S. to continue their studies at NAU.
S2 Ep 2Kenneth- Coconino Transfer Student
Kenneth was interviewed by a Transfer Jack's peer mentor Arrajanee, who shared their experience as a transfer from Coconino County to NAU and also their passion for graphic design.
S2 Ep 1Sophie Hollenbeck- AZ Senior Transfer Student
Sophie was interviewed by Transfer Jack Mentor Cara, who shared their experiences as a senior transferring to NAU from Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Transferring as a senior to NAU added new challenges and adventure.
S1 Ep 38Yendira - Former Transfer Jacks Peer Mentor
Yendira, a former Transfer Jacks Mentor and a December 2022 graduate, shares her transfer experience with Transfer Jacks Mentor Jeanine. Yendira shares what it was like for her to transfer to NAU during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also shares why she became a mentor and what she has enjoyed about being a mentor.