Rush Talk is the inside scoop on Panhellenic sorority recruitment — told by women who’ve actually lived it.

Hosted by Brooke, longtime recruitment mentor and founder of the Oklahoma State Sorority Recruitment Parents Group, and Chloe, a recent OSU graduate, sorority alumnae and former chapter president, this podcast bridges the gap between nervous moms and hopeful daughters.

Season One of Rush Talk is all about what happens before recruitment week ever begins.

We cover the questions everyone is Googling — and the ones they’re too afraid to ask.

From social media do’s and don’ts, what to wear, recommendation letters and what a legacy actually means, to what sorority life looks like during your first fall semester — we break down the realities behind the rumors.

You’ll hear honest advice, insider perspective from both sides of the door, reassurance when emotions run high, and practical tips to help you navigate recruitment with confidence.

If you’re heading into recruitment — or just trying to understand it — this is your backstage pass.

Welcome to Rush Talk.

Social media isn't just "a thing" during OSU sorority recruitment; it's part of the process.

In this episode of our three part Prepping for Rush series, we get real about how chapters actually use Instagram, TikTok, and yes...even Facebook to learn who you are before you ever step into a conversation.

Chloe breaks down why having a social presence matters, how chapters match PNMs (potential new members) with members ahead of time, and what they're really scanning for (hint: it's not just aesthetics, it's risk, drama, and liability).

We talk about what to post, what to delete, and why too many selfies or boyfriend-only pics can raise eyebrows fast. You'll also hear the "quiet stuff" people don't always say out loud: tagged photos matter, captions matter, your bio can signal a vibe, and alumni and moms absolutely do some digging.

Then we get into RushTok. It's fun, it's addictive, and it's not always smart to post during recruitment. We explain why "save it for after Bid Day" might be the best advice you hear all season.

Season One of Rush Talk is sponsored by The Wooden Nickel in Stillwater — your one-stop shop for Greek life essentials, from Bid Day gifts to rush wardrobes and everything in between. Shop in-store or online at www.shopthenickel.com.

Press play for the insider rules that keep you on the radar in a good way.

So what does recruitment week actually look like at Oklahoma State, day by day, when you’re living it?

In this episode of Rush Talk, Brooke and Chloe break down the real timeline (and the real emotions) behind what everyone still calls "rush." From the awkward-but-important Zoom open house round to move-in day chaos, philanthropy round, sisterhood round, preference, and the confetti-flying sprint to Bid Day, we walk you through what happens and when.

You’ll hear how recruitment has changed since Brooke’s OSU days (yes, there were door chants, snacks you couldn't leave with, and even full-on skit day costumes), and what still stays the same: the heat, the exhaustion, and the pressure to keep your smile on even when your face is tired. We also talk about cuts (why they’re usually not personal), how moms can support without spiraling, and the underrated practical stuff like Wi-Fi, crickets in the dorms, and why everyone gets sick after recruitment.

Season One of Rush Talk is sponsored by The Wooden Nickel in Stillwater — your one-stop shop for Greek life essentials, from Bid Day gifts to rush wardrobes and everything in between. Shop in-store or online at www.shopthenickel.com.

Hit play and let’s make the week feel way less mysterious.

So… what actually happens during sorority recruitment?

In this kickoff episode of Rush Talk, you’re meeting your insiders.

Brooke is a former Oklahoma State University sorority girl turned sorority mom who's mentored hundreds of families through recruitment — and even started a parents group when she realized how many moms were spiraling during rush week. Chloe is a recent chapter president who lived in-house for three years, made the lists, signed the bid cards, and saw recruitment from the inside.

Together, they break down their own Greek journeys — from getting cut as a triple legacy, to running a chapter, to navigating rush as a mom during the TikTok era. They talk about how recruitment has changed, why OSU rush is its own "animal," what COVID and Bama Rush did to the process, and why not all internet advice applies to every campus.

Season One of Rush Talk is sponsored by The Wooden Nickel in Stillwater — your one-stop shop for Greek life essentials, from Bid Day gifts to rush wardrobes and everything in between. Shop in-store or online at www.shopthenickel.com.

If you're a high school senior, a freshman planning to rush, or a mom with 47 tabs open about recruitment… this is your backstage pass.