Apr 30, 202641 minS2
<p>In Episode 210, Adam—a first-year Political Science major at SDSU and Homebase College Mentor—leads a thoughtful and wide-ranging conversation with middle and high school student mentees about navigating change...
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The Homebase Podcast
Hosted by Dr. Ricky Pope · education · EN
About this Podcast:
The Homebase Podcast is a student success podcast. Welcome to Homebase, the podcast exploring the keys to college success and personal growth. I’m your host, Dr. Pope , and today, we’re diving deep into how students can survive and thrive in their college journey. In collaboration with YMOCA (Young Men of Color Alliance), an organization committed to supporting young men of color through mentorship and community initiatives, today’s episode is focused on giving you the tools and strategies to take control of your academic experience. We’ll discuss the importance of developing agency—the power to make choices, shape your future, and overcome obstacles.
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What is The Homebase Podcast about?
The Homebase Podcast is a student success podcast. Welcome to Homebase, the podcast exploring the keys to college success and personal growth. I’m your host, Dr. Pope, and today, we’re diving deep into how students can survive and thrive in their college journey.
Who hosts The Homebase Podcast?
The Homebase Podcast is hosted by Dr. Ricky Pope. The show has published 25 episodes to date.
What has The Homebase Podcast covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Oranges: Growing Through Change, ASMR, Student Success, and Relationships" (30 April 2026, 41 minutes), "Inside Student Success: Leadership, Mentoring, and Real Conversations" (30 April 2026, 34 minutes), and "The Talk: A Homebase Campus Tour on Mentorship, Student Success, and Culture" (30 April 2026, 24 minutes).
How often does The Homebase Podcast publish?
The Homebase Podcast publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 25 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Homebase Podcast?
Booking probability for The Homebase Podcast is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Homebase Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Homebase Podcast's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Homebase Podcast?
The strongest fits for The Homebase Podcast are Universities & Colleges and Educational Support Services. The Homebase Podcast has an education audience.
About the host
Dr. Ricky Pope hosts The Homebase Podcast, an education podcast with 25 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Apr 30, 202634 minS2
<p>In Episode 209, Ozzy—an SDSU undergraduate student majoring in Economics, and working on campus as an ambassador, peer mentor, and Homebase College Mentor—leads an engaging and dynamic conversation with Mr. G and...
- Apr 30, 202624 minS2
<p>In Episode 208, what started as a college tour at San Diego State University turns into a spontaneous and powerful podcast conversation. Hosted by Karim, an SDSU student and Homebase College Mentor, this episode...
- Apr 29, 202630 minS2
<p>In Episode 207, Dr. Ricky Pope and Auriella Pope explore The Way Forward in higher education through the lens of mentorship, belonging, and applied developmental support. Centered on the Homebase College Mentor...
- Jan 13, 202634 minS2
<p>In this special episode, created as part of the GEN S 299 Homebase Service-Learning course, students share their journey toward becoming future helping professionals—educators, counselors, mentors, and youth...
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- Jan 13, 202642 minS2
<p>In Episode 205, we sit down with Nick Martin, a graduate assistant in his final year of the Community-Based Block (CBB) program, and Karim Plascencia, an undergraduate student with hands-on experience in youth...
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Stars in the Making
Jan 13, 202644 minS2<p>Episode 204, “Stars in the Making,” showcases four first-year undeclared students who step into the podcast studio and—rather than simply following a script—create something entirely their own. In this lively and...
- Jan 13, 202631 minS2
<p>In Episode 203, Homebase Peer Mentor and President of YMOCA, Jesus, sits down with three first-semester undeclared students who are navigating the early challenges of college life. This conversation highlights what...
- Jan 13, 202639 minS2
<p>Episode 202 features first-year undeclared students reflecting on the journey of entering college without a declared major—and learning, step by step, how to build identity, community, and confidence at San Diego...
- Sep 29, 202550 minS2
<p>Homebase Podcast is back for Season 2 with a raw, layered conversation on men, masculinity, and coming of age. In this opening episode, Dr. Ricky Pope sits down with Uncle Eddie, Nick Martin, and Karim Plascencia...
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The Quiet Part Out Loud (TQPOL)
Sep 29, 20253 minS2<p>The Homebase Podcast returns with a powerful season premiere centered on Dr. Ricky Pope’s original poem The Quiet Part Out Loud (TQPOL) — a raw and resonant work about what it means to speak truth when silence feels...
Apr 15, 20251h 2mS1<p>In this powerful episode of the Homebase Podcast, Dr. Pope sits down with Nick Martin, the "Orange Line Poet," who is currently pursuing his master's degree in professional counseling through the Community-Based...
- Jan 6, 202557 minS1
<p>In a unique twist for Episode 007 of the Homebase Podcast, a Young Men of Color (YMOC) student takes the mic to interview Dr. Pope, revealing a rare glimpse into the man behind the mission. For the first time...
- Dec 17, 20241h 17mS1
<p>In this insightful episode of the Homebase Podcast, Dr. Pope engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Alexis Dixon, a Harvard-trained mediator, visionary, and founder of the groundbreaking Brilliance Exposed...
Dec 10, 20241h 1mS1<p>In this thought-provoking episode of Homebase, Dr. Pope teams up with the Homebase Lab and the YMOCA Student Leadership Team to tackle themes central to personal and academic growth. The conversation dives into the...
Episode #4
Bugs in the coffee: Teaching, Mentorship, and Service with Dr. Ternot Macrenato on Building a Legacy
Dec 10, 202455 minS1<p>In this inspiring episode of Homebase, we sit down with Dr. Ternot Macrenato, a college professor, historian, and community advocate whose life is a testament to the power of education, service, and resilience. Dr...
Nov 21, 202448 minS1<p>In this insightful episode of Homebase, Dr. Kasimu Harley, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience, joins us to share his wealth of knowledge and lived experiences. Dr. Harley has...
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Supplemental Instruction College Success Shorts with Dr. Pope
Nov 8, 20244 minS1<p>Welcome to the Homebase Podcast, where Dr. Pope delivers College Success Shorts that aren’t just informative but transformative. These brief, strategic episodes are crafted to invite first-generation students to...
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S3 Student Research Conference College Success Shorts with Dr. Pope
Nov 8, 20243 minS1<p>Welcome to the Homebase Podcast, where Dr. Pope delivers College Success Shorts that aren’t just informative but transformative. These brief, strategic episodes are crafted to invite first-generation students to...
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Faculty-Staff Mentoring Program (FSMP) College Success Shorts w/Dr. Pope
Nov 8, 20244 minS1<p>Welcome to the Homebase Podcast, where Dr. Pope delivers College Success Shorts that aren’t just informative but transformative. These brief, strategic episodes are crafted to invite first-generation students to...
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Nick Martin
master's degree student in professional counseling, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute
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Ozzy
San Diego State University
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Jesus
YMOCA
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Alexis Dixon
Brilliance Exposed
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