All Girls School

Episode 7: Brittany Bullard

In this episode, we uncover the journey of Brittany Bullard, a Mary Baldwin College graduate who, without a clear plan, followed her best friend to college, switched from Army ROTC to Air Force ROTC, and went on to serve eight years in the United States Air Force. Her life took a remarkable turn as she transitioned from military to civilian life, eventually finding herself in Bali, where she now practices the way of tea and expresses creativity through her poetry. Brittany's story is a testament to the power of embracing uncertainty and forging an unconventional path towards a life of mindfulness and fulfillment.

Episode 6: Kosh Ratnayake

This week, I am joined by Mary Baldwin alum, Kosh Ratnayake. She is the first guest that I have had on the podcast who did not participate in the VWIL program, so she gives listeners a slightly different perspective on what life was like at Mary Baldwin College. While at Mary Baldwin, Kosh played on the soccer team, majored in English, and served as a tutor at the writing center. After graduating, she pivoted from selling insurance to teaching, eventually making her way to the UAE where she taught for five years. Now, she is back in the United States embarking on a new career journey and is starting to tap into her creative energy. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation.

Episode 5: Sarah McFarland

This week’s episode with Sarah McFarland brings some much needed comedic relief to your lives. Sarah and I have a fun chat about the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the crazy story of how she ended up at Mary Baldwin College, her childhood obsession with Hillary Clinton, her love for concerts, and so much more. Although she was initially a reluctant guest, she settles in quite quickly and we both spend much of the conversation laughing at each other’s stories. You won’t want to miss her sarcastic quips and hilarious facial expressions throughout the episode. So, it is highly recommended that you watch the video on YouTube as well.

Episode 4: Tesla Seri

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Tesla Seri, another close friend of mine from college. After graduating from Mary Baldwin College, she went to law school at Syracuse University and eventually relocated to New York City. We took a little road trip to Providence, Rhode Island and stayed in a charming Airbnb located in the historical Federal Hill neighborhood which you will find out actually has some ties to the mob. In this episode, we dive into the Barbie movie, our favorite kebab spot in Charlottesville, what made her decide to go to law school, immigration law, and student loan debt. It’s a great mix of both lighthearted and serious topics.

Episode 3: Jas Rolle

This week, I am joined by Jas Rolle, a fellow Mary Baldwin alum. We have quite the gay agenda. Both of us identify as lesbians, so we chat about an age old stereotype that all women who go to a women's college are lesbians which spoiler alert...is false. While this episode is focused on our queer experiences as college students and adults, we also discuss growth mindset, Myers Briggs personality types, love languages, and more. At times, this episode feels more like a therapy session than a podcast interview and Jas definitely has co-host potential should I ever need one.

Episode 2, Part 2: Kat Narvaez

In Episode Two-Part Two, you will continue to hear from Katherine Narvaez, a graduate of Mary Baldwin University. The conversation is centered on her life story and what it was like growing up undocumented in the United States. Despite facing several challenges, Kat has been able to overcome countless obstacles and is now in her second year of medical school. Kat is also a fierce advocate for underserved and underrepresented communities. She is not afraid to ruffle some feathers in order to be a catalyst for change. You won't want to miss this amazing conversation. Make sure you check out part one before listening to part two.

Episode 2, Part 1: Kat Narvaez

In Episode Two-Part One, you will hear from Katherine Narvaez, a graduate of Mary Baldwin University. The conversation is centered on her life story and what it was like growing up undocumented in the United States. Despite facing several challenges, Kat has been able to overcome countless obstacles and is now in her second year of medical school. Kat is also a fierce advocate for underserved and underrepresented communities. She is not afraid to ruffle some feathers in order to be a catalyst for change. You won't want to miss this amazing conversation. Make sure you check out part two afterwards.

Episode 1: Amanda Harrison

Welcome to the first episode of the All Girls School Podcast. This week, I am joined by my best friend from college, Amanda Harrison. We both chat about our unlikely friendship and our experiences attending an all women's college in Virginia. We also discuss the title of the podcast and the effort to reclaim "girl" and "girls" as terms of empowerment.

All Girls School Trailer

Welcome to the All Girls School Podcast! The host, Victoria Barrett, graduated from an all women's college in Virginia. Yes, women's colleges still exist! In each episode, she sits down with a guest who has attended an all women's college. This podcast aims to have fun and candid conversations that highlight the diverse experiences and life journeys of graduates from all-women’s colleges. To ensure that all graduates of women's colleges are represented, some guests may identify as non-binary or trans. Don't forget to subscribe so that you can be the first to listen when episodes one and two are released on August 21st.