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Bonus Episode: Help Alex and Graham Celebrate 100 Episodes of WireTaps!

Published: May 26, 2021 by Lauren Wakal
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Bonus Episode: Help Alex and Graham Celebrate 100 Episodes of WireTaps!
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Lauren Wakal
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I’ve stayed on the waitlist since March and provided 2 half-assed personal updates about continued interest and a promotion. I didn’t chase alum or student recs as I was accepted to another top choice school which I think would’ve helped turn the decision around in May. Best of luck to everyone else!
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June 10th - Submitted application
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Received via phone July 24, 2024
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Application Location: East Asia
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interviewed 15th July
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