Global Student Voices

“Global Student Voices” with Coach Martin is your bi-weekly dose of inspiration from the world of international education. Scott R. Martin, a veteran in the field, brings you heartfelt stories and practical advice from global students and experts. Dive into discussions on cross-border education, student experiences, and strategies for academic triumphs. Perfect for students, educators, and parents, this podcast is a guiding light for anyone involved in the global education journey.

Global Student Voices is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Unknown Host hosts Global Student Voices, a education show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  The Career Mistake Parents Keep Making | Dr. Peter Kim | GSV S3 E19

  Oct 5, 202620 minS3

  Are you guiding your child toward a career that fits family expectations, or one that fits who they are? In Part 2 of this conversation, Coach Scott Martin and Dr. Peter Sung Kyu Kim (biochemist turned educator, founder of Veribera and creator of FutureMap) explore how family tradition, especially in Korea, can limit a student's freedom of expression and career choice. They talk about why good parents still give career advice that backfires, and how families can trade pressure for real conversation. Start with Part 1: GSV S3 E18, "Stop Guessing About Your Child's Education." Join the Global Student Network (free): https://global-student-network.mn.co/share/skPOGhqIPROgQ1Xj?utm_source=manual Ask a question for a future episode: https://forms.gle/1Sd9BRsZvkjZ1PP48 Connect with Dr. Kim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skpkim/ Learn more: https://www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

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  Episode #17

  What International Students Aren’t Asking!!!

  Jun 17, 202637 minS3

  Most students know they have questions about studying abroad. What they don’t know is that waiting to ask the right question is costing them the very opportunities they’re dreaming about.In this episode of the What’s Next series on Global Student Voices, Mitchell Barure from ALU talks with Coach Martin (25 years in international education, TCK raised in Tanzania and Kenya, author of six books on global student success) to unpack the blind spots that families most commonly miss — and the practical steps to address them before it’s too late.Topics Covered:• Why starting early is the single biggest advantage in international education planning.• What “full ride scholarship” really means — and the hidden costs that catch families off guard.• Language tests (IELTS/TOEFL): when you need them, when you don’t, and how to request a waiver.• SAT strategy for international students — including the free Khan Academy prep, College Board endorses.• Code switching, cultural adaptation, and Coach Martin’s recent article on the hidden energy cost of moving between cultures.• What to do when you’re overwhelmed by choices and don’t know where to start.GSS Resources:Submit your question for a future episode → https://forms.gle/1Sd9BRsZvkjZ1PP48International School Consulting → https://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/international-schoolsFull article → file:///C:/Users/Aiden%20Chin/Downloads/The%20Language%20Nobody%20Teaches%20%20-%20Code%20Switching.html#studyabroad #studyabroadforinternationalstudents #athleticscholarships #ieltswaiver #internationalschool #satpreparation #satprep #thirdculturekids #thirdculturekidcollegeadvice #globalstudentvoices #globaleducation #studyinusa #studyinafrica #podcast This video is brought to you by Global Student Solutions and My College Coach, and more information is available on the website at www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

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  Episode #16

  US Sports Scholarship Expert: Think you need to be a top athlete to get a scholarship? Think again!

  Jun 16, 202620 minS3

  Can an international student-athlete earn an athletic scholarship at a US or Canadian university — even if they’re not nationally ranked? The answer may surprise you.In this episode, Coach Martin welcomes back Lara Peco Fazanes, founder of GPAthletes and a specialist in helping global student-athletes find athletic scholarships and opportunities to study and play in the US and Canada. Lara herself came to the US on a tennis scholarship, and she has built a mission-driven practice dedicated to making sure every family has accurate information before they decide to pursue — or walk away from — this life-changing opportunity.Why athletic scholarships aren’t just for top-ranked athletes — and what coaches really look forThe real cost of a US university scholarship (and why it’s often more affordable than families think)How to assess whether your student-athlete is a candidate for US or Canadian programsWhy reaching out early makes a significant difference in scholarship valueWhat school leaders can do right now to open doors for their student-athletesGuest Resources:GPAthletes: https://www.gpathletes.com/Lara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-peco-fazanes-736282165/▸ GSS Membership NetworkVisit theglobalstudentsolutions.com and join today.Subscribe to Global Student Voices — and join the network of global students, parents, and school leaders shaping the next chapter of international education.#globalstudentvoices #podcast #internationalstudentathletes #ussports #schoolleadership #ncaascholarships #collegerecruiting #studyinusa #internationalexperience #internationalschool #tennisscholarship #internationalstudents #sports #lationamerica This video is brought to you by Global Student Solutions and My College Coach and more information is available on the website at www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

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  Episode #15

  S3 E15 Adventure Year —30 Top International Schools feat. Dr. Josiah Marr (part two)

  Jun 2, 202619 minS3

  In Part 2 of this two-part conversation, Coach Scott Martin and Dr. Josiah Marr go inside Adventure Year — the year-long journey Josiah, his wife, Tammy, and their two small children took across nine European countries and Asia, visiting more than 30 of the world's top international schools. The mission: see firsthand what the research had told him about school culture.Whether you're leading a school or supporting one, this episode gives you actionable practices grounded in both peer-reviewed research and on-the-ground observation.Connect with Dr. Josiah Marr:· Website: josiahmarr.com· LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-josiah-marr-edd-b4556b256· Affiliate: Global School Consulting GroupExplore Global Student Solutions services:▸ GSS International School Consulting https://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/international-schools▸ MyCareer & College Coachhttps://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/MC3-Africa2.html▸ GSS Membership Networkhttps://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/MC3-Africa2.html#about to promote an upcoming cohortVisit theglobalstudentsolutions.com and join today.Subscribe to Global Student Voices — and join the network of global students, parents, and school leaders shaping the next chapter of international education.#internationaleducation #schoolculture #schoolcounseling #internationalschool #schoolleadership #globalstudentvoices #globaleducation #globalstudents This video is brought to you by Global Student Solutions and My College Coach, and more information is available on the website at www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

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  Episode #14

  S3 E14 The Culture Secret: Good vs. Great Schools with Josiah Marr (Part One)

  Jun 1, 202617 minS3

  In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Coach Scott Martin sits down with Dr. Josiah Marr, school culture consultant, founder of Josiah Marr Consulting, and a fellow Global School Consulting Group affiliate. Fresh off completing his Doctor of Education at the University of Toronto, Josiah unpacks what his three years of research into international school culture actually revealed — and how he's turned it into a practical diagnostic any school leader can use. Whether you lead a 200-student international school or a 2,000-student flagship school, this conversation gives you vocabulary and a starting point.Connect with Dr. Josiah Marr:· Website: josiahmarr.com· LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-josiah-marr-edd-b4556b256· Affiliate: Global School Consulting Group▸ GSS International School Consulting https://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/international-schools▸ MyCareer & College Coachhttps://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/MC3-Africa2.html▸ GSS Membership Networkhttps://www.theglobalstudentsolutions.com/MC3-Africa2.html#about to promote an upcoming cohortVisit theglobalstudentsolutions.com and join today.Subscribe to Global Student Voices — and join the network of global students, parents, and school leaders shaping the next chapter of international education!!!#internationaleducation #schoolculture #thirdculturekids #internationalschools #globalstudentvoices #globaleducation #globalstudents This video is brought to you by Global Student Solutions and My College Coach, and more information is available on the website at www.theGlobalStudentSolutions.com

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