TK Kirkland & Vlad Debate if College is Waste of Time, Even Though His Son Going to Yale (Part 9)

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TK Kirkland sits down with Vlad for a candid debate on the value of college in today’s economy, especially after revealing his son is headed to Yale. TK explains why he believes higher education should be “secondary” for many young people, arguing that trade schools, creativity, real-world skills, and changing job markets deserve more attention as student debt and outdated career paths remain major concerns.

Vlad pushes back from his own experience as a UC Berkeley graduate and longtime employer, saying college can build discipline, follow-through, confidence, and a stronger resume. He argues that a Yale degree can open doors for life, while TK clarifies that he isn’t anti-college—he just believes families should rethink the old one-size-fits-all model.

The conversation also touches on degrees, Walmart and Walgreens jobs, memory vs. creativity, responsibility, and how college can shape communication, planning, and success beyond the classroom.