#8 Let the Games Begin

The podcast follows Megan Tan's journey as she navigates the competitive selection process for the Kroc Fellowship at National Public Radio. After receiving the initial call, Megan travels to Washington, D.C., to compete against nine other finalists for three fellowship positions. The experience is marked by intense self-doubt and comparison as Megan researches her accomplished competitors and faces the pressure of group interactions and individual interviews with NPR staff. During the interviews, she struggles to balance authenticity with the need to impress the committee, culminating in a moment of vulnerability when discussing her passion for radio. Despite the stress and anxiety, Megan aims to present herself as the ideal candidate while grappling with the uncertainty of the outcome.