Real Stories with Mike Buckman

By Mike Buckman

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For 13 years, Mr. Buckman motivated and challenged 7,000 students at UT Arlington to exceed their expectations. His efforts led to a teaching award and multiple university recognitions. His students loved his stories about people whose backgrounds were like theirs. The subjects of his stories all had great impact on their families, communities, and society. If you attend or are a graduate of a public university, then you are the target audience for this podcast. Real Stories with Mike Buckman should be on your weekly podcast schedule, particularly if you are a first-generation student.

Episode Date
Episode 27: Transitioning from College to Career
Jan 23, 2026
Episode 26 Lack of Role Models
Jan 22, 2026
Episode 25: Limited Access to Career Guidance
Jan 22, 2026
Episode 24: Housing, Transportation, and Food Insecurity
Jan 21, 2026
Episode 23: Balancing Work and School
Jan 20, 2026
Episode 22: Financial Pressure
Jan 19, 2026
Episode 21: Mental Health Struggles
Jan 19, 2026
Episode 20: Imposter Syndrome
Jan 19, 2026
Episode 19: Academic Self Doubt
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 18: Trying to Do Everything Alone
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 17: Overcoming Limited Academic Preparation
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 16: Building Faculty Relationships
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 15: How to Choose a Major
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 14: Lack of Social Capital
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 13: Navigating the Hidden Curriculum
Jan 18, 2026
Episode 12: Cracking the Code: How First-Generation College Students Can Navigate College Bureaucracy
Jan 05, 2026
Episode 11: Crossing Worlds: Overcoming Cultural Barriers
Dec 30, 2025
Episode 10: Family Obligations and Caregiving
Dec 23, 2025
Episode 9: Carrying the Dream: Family Pressure
Dec 16, 2025
Episode 8: Build Your Own College Roadmap
Dec 09, 2025
Episode 7: Why You Are Built for Exceptional Execution
Dec 02, 2025
Episode 6: Decisions, Decisions, Decisions
Nov 25, 2025
Episode 5: Move Beyond Your Comfort Zone
Nov 18, 2025
Episode 4: Overcoming an Unexpected Obstacle
Nov 11, 2025
Episode 3: You Belong! Period!
Nov 05, 2025
Episode 2: Listen and Learn
Oct 27, 2025
Episode 1: From the Classroom to a Podcast
Oct 27, 2025