Welcome to the MAD RUSH podcast! I'm Trisha Addicks, the Original Sorority Rush Consultant.
I've been featured in media outlets worldwide, including the Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine's 'The Cut', Daily Mail, Inside Edition, and the #1 MAX Documentary, Bama Rush.
Here, I open the doors to my world, where I leverage my extensive experience guiding thousands of young women and their families through the exciting transition from high school to college, helping them find their true selves and best-fit communities.
While the stories I have to share are nothing short of astonishing, this podcast goes beyond the wild client tales and sorority life. I'll engage with fascinating guests from within and outside the Greek world, uncovering our surprising connections.
Join me for a journey that's as entertaining as it is enlightening, packed with insights and unforgettable stories.
Welcome to Mad Rush!
Pre-order The Rush Bible! Trisha Addicks' new book drops May 19th, 2026 — grab your copy NOW at Simon & Schuster.
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Welcome to the MAD RUSH podcast! I'm Trisha Addicks, the Original Sorority Rush Consultant.
I've been featured in media outlets worldwide, including the Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine's 'The Cut', Daily Mail, Inside Edition, and the #1 MAX Documentary, Bama Rush.
Here, I open the doors to my world, where I leverage my extensive experience guiding thousands of young women and their families through the exciting transition from high school to college, helping them find their true selves and best-fit communities.
While the stories I have to share are nothing short of astonishing, this podcast goes beyond the wild client tales and sorority life. I'll engage with fascinating guests from within and outside the Greek world, uncovering our surprising connections.
Join me for a journey that's as entertaining as it is enlightening, packed with insights and unforgettable stories.
Welcome to Mad Rush!
Pre-order The Rush Bible! Trisha Addicks' new book drops May 19th, 2026 — grab your copy NOW at Simon & Schuster.
Navigating Sorority Recruitment: Insider Tips with Gracie Barranco
Mad Rush with Trisha Addicks
38 minutes
3 months ago
Navigating Sorority Recruitment: Insider Tips with Gracie Barranco
In this episode of the Mad Rush Podcast, host Trisha welcomes Gracie Barranco, a recent Auburn University graduate and former Vice President and President of Chi Omega. Gracie shares invaluable insights on how sorority life and leadership roles have equipped her for her career. The episode delves deep into the sorority recruitment process at large schools, offering a day-by-day breakdown of what to expect, from convocation to bid day. Gracie advises incoming PNMs (Potential New Members) on navigating the busy and often overwhelming recruitment week, emphasizing the importance of eye contact, blocking out external noise, and expressing genuine interest. The episode also explores the option of Continuous Open Bidding (COB) and ends with some lighthearted anecdotes and engaging stories from her experiences.
What You'll Hear in This Episode:
00:00 Introduction to the Mad Rush Podcast
00:37 Meet the Host and Guest
02:24 Gracie Barranco's Background and Sorority Experience
03:47 The Importance of Leadership and Feedback in Sorority Life
06:23 Understanding Rush Week: An Overview
07:37 Day-by-Day Breakdown of Rush Week
17:58 Preference Round Explained
20:23 Bid Day Excitement
21:08 Key Advice for Rush Week
25:17 Engaging During Recruitment
28:48 Handling Unexpected Situations
33:04 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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Mad Rush with Trisha Addicks
Welcome to the MAD RUSH podcast! I'm Trisha Addicks, the Original Sorority Rush Consultant.
I've been featured in media outlets worldwide, including the Wall Street Journal, New York Magazine's 'The Cut', Daily Mail, Inside Edition, and the #1 MAX Documentary, Bama Rush.
Here, I open the doors to my world, where I leverage my extensive experience guiding thousands of young women and their families through the exciting transition from high school to college, helping them find their true selves and best-fit communities.
While the stories I have to share are nothing short of astonishing, this podcast goes beyond the wild client tales and sorority life. I'll engage with fascinating guests from within and outside the Greek world, uncovering our surprising connections.
Join me for a journey that's as entertaining as it is enlightening, packed with insights and unforgettable stories.
Welcome to Mad Rush!
Pre-order The Rush Bible! Trisha Addicks' new book drops May 19th, 2026 — grab your copy NOW at Simon & Schuster.