P's in a Pod

2.2. Two Graduated Tigers, Four Years Under Reflection, and Many Words of Wisdom

June 19, 2020 Susan Baek / Matthew Oakland / Tessa Albertson Season 2 Episode 2
P's in a Pod
2.2. Two Graduated Tigers, Four Years Under Reflection, and Many Words of Wisdom
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Recent graduates of the Class of 2020, Matthew Oakland and Tessa Albertson join Susan to reflect on their four years traversing the arches of Old Nassau. After Susan describes some of their accomplishments (00:30) and the graduates introduce themselves (4:19), the first P is Princeton, during which Matthew and Tessa discuss how it feels to finally be graduated as they reflect on the values and shortfalls of their Princeton experience (7:23). During Prefrosh (22:29), they impart their wisdom to both incoming and current students. During Platform (39:07), Susan and the graduates examine the need for empathy in anti-racist work. Finally, for Pitched (1:07:46), Matthew and Tessa each answer a question from a listener, explaining how they discovered their passions.

Describing some of Matthew and Tessa's accomplishments at Princeton and an important note from Susan.
Introducing the guests.
Princeton: How does it feel to be graduated!
Princeton: Reflecting on meaningful memories and useful mechanisms for growth.
Pre-frosh: Words of wisdom for incoming and current students.
Platform: Black lives matter, an examination of social movements, and the need for empathy.
Pitched: Tessa explains how she got into acting and what her plans are moving forward.
Pitched: Matthew explains why he did so much service at Princeton.
Final words.