East Greenwich High School 10th Grade Humanities

The Best Time of Year

I believe that the Christmas Season is the best time of year. In this podcast, I get into the reasons behind that.

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Allie Welles.

Keywords: Christmas, joy, …

Ending Toxic Masculinity 

In this podcast, I will speak on Toxic masculinity's harmful impacts. How harmful gender roles can be damaging and how we …

Living in a Cabin in the Woods - Recorded By Sudishma Acharya

Why living in a cabin in the woods would be beneficial. The podcast mentions …

No Note is Wrong

In my installment, I talk about how we can find music in everyday life, how if we sit back and listen there are orchestras and rock bands playing in the sound of city traffic or children's playgrounds. …

I believe in doubt

Sometimes not knowing can be best advantage. It's an unspoken piece of life we don't tend to share but it is one of the most …

How Wonderful I Believe it is That No One Cares 

No one will ever care about you in the way you think (and worry) they do- and that's great! In this …

The Importance of Hard-work

In this podcast, I talk about how working hard will allow you to reach your goals. It is something that is not going to be the easiest to accomplish but it is called hard-work for a reason. …

Underrepresented

Even while being the second-largest country in the world, India has been completely forgotten by many western countries, especially the United States. I talk about my experiences and frustration with …

Sports Help Mental Health and Confidence

My podcast is about all the great aspects of sports and how they can bring people together, build character, make you happy, and how there really is no better feeling than …

Self-Learning

In this podcast, I speak about education and self-learning. How I believe Self-education and learning has taught me more things than education. 

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Jonathan Faundal.

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Dreams can come true with hard work and perseverance

The podcast that I made was about how pro athletes are a great influence to teenage athletes. I talked about how pro athletes all had a story to how the became a pro …

Our Significant Unknown

Student Kaelin Viera touches on social media, religion, and the idea of valuable knowledge hidden in our universe. How can …

Strong friendships create a better life.

In my podcast, I talked about the importance of finding friends who are real to you and have the same common interests as you is so important. I also spoke about why it's …

Kanye West - The Most Influential Artist of all Time

In this podcast, I go over the influence of Kanye West on the future generations of artists. I go over certain artists he has inspired, his discography, and his …

The Influence of Sports on Communication 

This podcast explores how my lifetime of sports has influenced how I communicate. It draws upon different experiences and ties the skills learned their skills I used every day …

Is World Peace Reachable?

In this podcast, I go in-depth on why I do not believe the idea of world peace is reachable. I also discuss the base level …

Physical fitness and exercising 

My podcast is talking about the importance of physical fitness. How your whole life revolves around how your body is.

I believe that Oblivion is Inevitable 

The quote "Oblivion is Inevitable" is in the fault in our stars by John Green and I think it is a very …

Power of Sports

The main idea is the mental and physical effects sports have positively. As well as the concept of unification and how sports create friendships. These all positively affect a person inside and outside …

The Value In Regret

The cycle of regret looked at through the lens of an international trip. What good can come out of an event you really regret? Is there any other way to look at it?

Written and recorded in November …

Kindness is powerful

I believe that kindness is more powerful than people think it is. If you can change yourself to be more positive then it can …

Obsessive Compulsion Disorder

My podcast is about how society has the wrong idea of what a mental illness actually is. The example I used was …

The Importance of Working Out

My podcast is about how working out can change your life. Working out is very important to me so I figured it might be important to other people as well.

Written and recorded in November …

When a team becomes family

Many athletes don't realize the importance of a team when it comes time to perform. Mentally and physically, happiness will cause you to thrive without knowing it. Choose wisely.

Written and …

Lucifer is Not Evil 

The misuse of the name Lucifer through Catholicism/Christianity has changed the meaning of the name Lucifer. Lucifer is not the …

The Power of Friendships, recorded by Nia Chan

In this podcast, I talk about the importance and power of friendships. And all about my experience with friendships during this COVID-19 Pandemic. 

Written and recorded in …

Adaptation as Seen in Society Today

How would the human race survive without adaptation, and what is its role in society today? Listen in on this …

I Believe In Equality

I believe we are all created equal, and we all deserve the same opportunities. Your skin color, sexual orientation, and sexual …

I believe in education 

Education is important to succeed in life and work.

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Kevin Anderson.

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Friendship is a necessity of life.

Everyone should have a good friend to rely on. Having friends that you can trust can help get your mind off things …

The Power of Sports

The power of sports extends beyond just physical benefits. It affects you mentally and socially as well.

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Evan Berthiaume.

Keywords:  "Sports" "exercise"

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The Pixar Theory

The Pixar Theory is the theory that all Pixar movies take place in the same universe. Each movie has its own place on a massive …

Trust in the Darkness. 

As an extremely introverted night owl with an active imagination, I discuss why I believe night is better than day. Why I …

Why students should not have homework

This podcast explains why homework should not be required for students to complete. Homework stresses students …

Religion's Influence on Society

This podcast discusses the influence of the Bible and Christianity on society. Referencing to the enormous amount of power these things have had in the history, this discusses the changes …

The Importance of Teaching Geography in Schools

Learning about world geography is critical to the understanding of the interdependence of nations. …

The Mind and The Individual

In this podcast, I talk about the power of one person, as well as the power of the mind. I touch on what a mindset can do and how important a good mindset is. I also talk briefly about how …

Good or Bad?

Change affects our daily lives in countless ways. Some change is good and some can be viewed as bad. In the end the change is seen differently by everyone and how you interpret it makes you who you are.  

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Brake the perception of nature!

The podcast is about the different ways we have separated from mother nature and why it is vital to start at smaller issues when it comes to science. It exemplifies why it is important to …

Take a Nap

Life is crazy and we all need to find the time to check out every once in a while. This is my lighthearted take on how to do that. 

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Alessandra Ottiano.

Keywords: naps, …

A Call For Conviction

This podcast describes how happiness relies on a balance between belief and reason, and how society currently leans towards the latter. This warrants a counter-reaction in the opposite direction, …

The effect of social media

I talk about the effect of social media on teens. This podcast goes over cancel culture and idolizing those who are famous …

Guy Sanchez on Human Nature

In this podcast, I discuss why humans are inherently evil, and why that doesn't matter. I talk about how humans are able to change their behavior.

Written and recorded in November 2020 by …

My problem with perfection 

Today I talked about how many times I recorded this and how it made me realize my problem with perfection. I also dove into how I felt like I didn’t feel like I was good enough for anyone.

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The Importance of Being You

This podcast is about the importance of being yourself regardless of society's expectations. With the huge effect of social media on teens' self-esteem, this concept is more important than …

The Power Of Family

My podcast discusses my personal beliefs about the power of family. I discuss how important family is to my life in this podcast.

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Leo Kaldor.

Keywords: Family …

My podcast talking about how humans need to start helping our ecosystem regrow. In this podcast, I talk about what will happen if we do not help our ecosystem. I also explain ways you can help our ecosystem regrow and …

Influential Athletes

In this podcast, I talk about how I believe that athletes are positive influences on children. These athletes are motivated, driven, and promote fitness. In addition, they use their platform for …

This I Believe- Friendship

In this podcast, I discuss how one friend can restore faith in humanity, and bring hope to a seemingly hopeless world. I talk about how one good friend can be a reliable resource to people. 

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Who's out there?

So, who is out there? Beyond our planet, solar system, and even galaxy there must be something other than just empty space and dust, …

Humanity is Destruction

This podcast speaks of the chaos caused by humanity. Through division and destruction, we have become tyrants in this world. 

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Brianna Knight.

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The Importance of Selfcare 

Here I discuss my belief in self-care as an important factor in a healthy life. I weigh the benefits of and list ways to practice self-care.

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Thea …

Stigma on Mental Health

I think that the stigma on mental health needs to change and that we need to feel comfortable talking about it. Everyone goes …

I Believe the Time is Now

I believe the time is now. Doing what you've always wanted to do or need to get done has no reason to be put off for "later".

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Sydney Olsen.

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The power of Sports

In this podcast, I describe how the power of sports builds three different aspects that are essential to life. The power of sports is a gate way to learning valuable lessons and characteristics.

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Political Division

Right now America is more politically divided than it has been in a long time. This is can be attributed to the amygdala, a part …

You have the ABILITY!

In this Podcast, I describe how everyone has the ability to achieve greatness, if only they put their mind to it.  Also, I reflect on my ability and plans to achieve my goals. 

Written and recorded …

Why Sailing Is An Amazing Sport

My podcast is a little bit about how sailing affected my life, who I am today, and how sailing is an amazing sport to …

Respect The Introverts

A quick little summary of how to respect the limits of your local introverts. We go over the difference between "alone" and "lonely" and respecting the social battery.

Written and recorded in …

Feminism- The Power of Choice 

Feminism to me means that we have the power to choose who we are, and who we want to be. Reflecting on my childhood, this podcast is about how real feminists support other women, rather …

Play and Repeat Together Again 

Growing up, I had a very close relationship with my sister. As the years went on, we grew apart since we started to have our own interests. During quarantine, we have now become best …

The importance of friendship 

This podcast explains why I find friendship to be one of the most important things in life. Friends are there with you through the good and the bad and they continue to support you. I think …

Count Your Blessings

Throughout this podcast, I will be discussing the truth behind taking things for granted and the value of appreciating what you …

Our Social Dilemma

My podcast is about the social media industry and its influence on our society and people as a whole. It goes in-depth on how it …

The Impact of Simple Words 

In this podcast, I discuss how influential simple words can be. We may not acknowledge them, but they can be quite …

The Power of Pets

In this podcast, I talk about the emotional and physical benefits of having a pet, and how they can change your life for the better. I talk about how pets help with mental health, motivation, and …

A Conversation of Destigmatization 

This podcast is a semi-informal discussion of the stigma around mental illness.  I give the listeners a glimpse into the reality of my mental illness, and the impact of what they say …

Climbing a Mountain: The Power of a Strong Mentality

Life is often a mental battle, and a strong mentality is key. A reason to climb up the mountain, to get back up after you fall is the mark of determination and your …

Positivity is the key to success 

This podcast is about how being positive can change anything. It can push you to win and prove to be useful in any …

This podcast talks about how sports influence teamwork and confidence. Also, how the power of sports can be experienced by many different generations. 

Written and recorded in November 2020 by Abby Lewis.

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The power of sports

This podcast is about the power of sports. Sports can be a big part of our lives and we can learn many things from them. Lessons you learn from playing sports can be used in real-life scenarios. 

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The Power of Being on a Team

Members of a team get a firsthand opportunity to gain and improve on so many skills in life, specifically communication and teamwork. In the world we live in, improving on these two skills …

Dance IS a sport by Juliana Sticca

Through the duration of this podcast, I will be explaining why I, a dancer, believe dance is a sport. I talk about …

Division or Unity?

This podcast explains the depth of today's political system and questions the integrity of the people behind it. How does the …

The Power of Mental Health 

This podcast touches on the strengths and weaknesses of a mental health mindset. It talks about the role mental health …

Cut out the "show"

I discuss my beliefs on the political show, people's motives, and how we should make laws. Understandably people are tired of …

Being an Athlete in Quarantine 

This podcast is about what it was like being an athlete in quarantine and pushing past mental barriers to stay motivated. I also self-reflect on myself from the past, to the present time …

Human nature - Bad or Good

In this podcast I am talking with my friend Koda about human nature and whether humans are naturally good or bad. We have a discussion of our opinions on the matter and why we feel the way we …

Michael Studley on Civil Discourse

Civil discourse and free speech are extremely important in a democratic society. However, social media and …

Why I Don't Want to be Rich

In this podcast I detail why I would not want to be rich, giving examples from the real world and from my own life. I …

Power of Creation

Everyone has the power of creation. Creation is to let off steam, to make something beautiful, to show the horrors of the world, to …

Unambiguously Pro-Life

This podcast shows the Pro-life perspective through analogies, stories, and getting the listeners to ask themselves questions. All in the hopes that will help them come to the understanding that …

A New Outlook

This podcast is about the things that I have learned while in quarantine. I talk about my new appreciation for the little things in life and my time of self-reflection.

Recorded June 2020 by Sami Shorr

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Today Dream 

A reflection on the power and privilege of childhood dreams. 

Recorded June 2020 by Bayley Sheinin

Keywords: Dream, hope, George Floyd, …

Learning

I talk about my struggles of accepting the way I look and learning to be happy with it.

Recorded June 2020 by Caroline Shea

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Hope for The Future

I talked about the current problems we are facing in 2020 and how we need to come together to change it. We need to question what is going on around us and demand change.

Recorded June 2020 by …

Looking Back to Look Forward - I Hope podcast

The differences between me as a new sophomore walking into highschool and me now as a son, a student, a …

Hope for Hope

My podcast is about how I hope that the world never runs out of hope. Without hope, our world would not continue. 

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Divided 

I hope that people will stop being so disrespectful to one another. I get it, we are all very different and have different views, but that …

Endings

This podcast is all about endings. I talk about the heart-wrenching breaking of routines and the overwhelming sensation of fear for not …

This I Hope, On Lessons and Legacies

A 5 minute podcast reflecting on what I learned in English 128, and what I hope for the future of myself and the world. In other words, musings of what I've been taught and what I …

How I Wish to Learn From the World 

This podcast poses my conclusion that I drew from my sophomore year of high school. I talk about the overarching …

This I Hope- Gianna Musella

I am extremely grateful for this year and what I have learned, and that it will stick with me for the rest of my life. My …

This I hope to be

My podcast deals with the changes in our world and personal lives. I noticed how the change affected people and elaborated upon what I feel has changed. 

Recorded June 2020 by Sadie Moore

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This I Hope

This podcast discusses the complicated concept of hope. It also discusses what I personally hope for myself and the world.

Recorded June 2020 by Jaidyn Miga

Keywords: hope, future, reality

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This I Hope

Hope is a necessity in everyday life, for every one of us. It is hard to hope for one specific thing, as with everything going on now, there is much that people wish to get better. But using hope and …

Satisfied 

A simple summary of myself and life in the past year. The progress I've made, the things I'm proud of, and what I hope for in others.

Recorded June 2020 by John Manchester

Keywords: end of year

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My Journey of Progress

I go over my challenges through English in my sophomore year, referencing hard times in the world. I reference how I have grown as a student and a person to become who I am today and hope to …

This I Hope

I talked about how I was able to overcome white fragility and acknowledge the struggle of Black people in America. I talked about my hope for equal treatment within American society and the BLM movement.

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This I Hope - Jillian Lake

What is the meaning behind hope? What do I hope for the world? What do I hope for myself? Hoping isn't always enough, but it is the first step to achievement. 

Recorded June 2020 by Jillian …

Sophomore Year (Distance Learning Remix)

In this podcast, I summarize the past year while reflecting on everything that has gotten me to this moment. I talk about gaining confidence, realization, and overcoming personal …

It's Difficult

In this podcast, I go over my hope for the future and identify areas in which I hope to grow. By explaining my mindset and …

This I Hope: Empathy

As we begin to prepare for the world outside of high school, I think it's important that we remember to have empathy. In this …

Appreciate the Deeper Meanings of the Little Things in Life

This podcast is about hoping to identify the smaller, intangible things in life and appreciate the deeper meanings they provide. I've realized that I, and …

This I Hope- Generation Z 

This podcast is about how Generation Z, the up-and-coming generation, provides hope. It talks about the current social justice movements being led by Gen Z, and how a generation that is so …

Did You Know

The terrible things happening in the world often overshadow the good. We see them as being much more significant, which gives them power. But good things are also happening. 

Recorded June 2020 by Quinn …

What It Means To Be "Good"

Everyone tries their hardest to be what they perceive is "good." Often times we forget to appreciate each other's efforts, and recognize that we suffer, and rejoice differently. The best way …

I Hope We Learn

During this podcast, I reflect on what it means to learn. It is sad to say goodbye to it, but the value and understandings I have gained from such an experience will last a lifetime. 

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I hope to be 

You need to put 100 percent effort into everything that you do and not let your potential go to waste. Strive to better yourself everyday.

Recorded June 2020 by Corey Szabo

Keywords: Potential, 100, effort

End of Year Reflection

This podcast is about how I grew as a leader and what I learned from others during the experience. I also include my thoughts on racism in the world today and how I plan to prepare my future in …

I hope America begins to move forwards again

With the pandemic stripping us from our daily lives, we all said we just want to go back to the way …

I Hope

From perfectionism to perspective I explain what I hope to become. While I lack specific aspirations, I have a lot of hope. 

Recorded June 2020 by Alexa Warren

Keywords: hope, perfectionism, perspective, growth

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I Hope for Balance with Nature 

In my podcast, I outline how I hope for humanity to fix what we have done, and help heal nature. Only by understanding the error of our ways can we begin to fix our world. 

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The Present, The Past, and The Future

This podcast covers what I know now, what I have learned, and my hopes for the future. I think it really shows how I've grown and changed over the course of this year.

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This I Hope, That We Can Grow

This year, my perspective on life has grown considerably, and I hope to continue this way of thinking in the future. I also hope that humanity can grow and that we can continue to …

This I Hope - Helping Wrongfully Convicted

My podcast discusses my hopes to become a public defender. I want to become a public defender because I …

This I Hope Podcast

I Hope to Keep Striving to be Better In this podcast I talk about how I've grown over the year and my one ultimate hope for …

I Hope Podcast

In this podcast, I will be talking about and reflecting on the events of this year. I will also be talking but what I hope will happen in the future. 

Recorded June 2020 by Melania Abdel-Hafiz

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This I Hope

In this podcast, I talk about how this year's experiences and topics have influenced my own thoughts on what I hope the future for myself and others to be like. I explain no matter how bad circumstances are …

This I hope, don't give up on your game of Jenga 

Life is like a Jenga game- you can control most aspects but not all. It's important you don't let …

Hope: Best Used With a Plan

Hope is useful but only to a certain extent. When it comes to matters such as racism, hoping is not enough and action …

Thoughts From A Washed-Up Pianist

Sophie recounts how her journey as a pianist gave her hope for the future. She looks back at how she grew, as well as forward to her goals. 

Recorded June 2020 by Sophie Brusini

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The Revolutionary Process

I attempt to connect the George Floyd protests to previous revolutions, in the hopes that perhaps the similarities and …

Teenager Meets World

A teenager discusses the pressure modern-day society puts on them to succeed. Through personal and non-personal experiences, he bridges the gap between various stresses and the impact they have on …

My Final Rough Draft

I talk about what I really want to know about myself and the world. I don't use a script and just talk, mistakes and all. I want to learn why that everything possesses and to understand it. 

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Open Doors

As I pass through the door, being sophomore year, I will forever be grateful. Every year that I complete holds memories and lessons that …

How I've Changed

Ana Chelidze talks about how she's changed over the course of the 2019-2020 school year. She looks forward to future growth. 

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I Hope the Fight Never Ends

I reflect on women's roles in the past, especially what my grandmother and all the women in my life have taught me. We've …

Creating Hope

A lot of people hope to do a lot of good. But what does that mean? What does it mean to hope and do good?

Recorded June 2020 by Jacob …

This I Hope 

I hope to find more value in my life than a grade.  Grades won't determine my success-  the way I choose to handle difficult situations …

This I Hope: In Confidence 

I talked about Randy Pausch, the author of The Last Lecture. I said I wanted to be more like Randy in term of speaking confidently and general charisma. 

Recorded June 2020 by Ella DiTraglia

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Perspectives and Politics 

This podcast explains how people often form opinions based off personal experience and what their political party says on …

Ignorance is Comfortable

In this podcast, I reflected on my podcast from the beginning of the year and talked about what I have learned since then. I now believe that ignorance is not bliss, but it is comfortable. …

Learn to Love

My podcast is about learning to love once again. There is too much hate in this world now.

Recorded June 2020 by Colin Fain

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The Balance of Self-Focus and Friendships

In life, mental well being is extremely important. Finding joy and happiness in things that you love to do and surrounding yourself with amazing people are things that can have …

Hope's Hopes

My podcast includes a list of "hopes" for my future and present. I talked about some hardships while being able to grow and hoping to turn them into happy stories.

Recorded June 2020 by Hope Gee

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I Hope I Am Better To Myself

I think this year is a year of reflection, and we may even need to be selfish right now. I hope to find more joy in myself and my work.

Recorded June 2020 by Baya Ginsburg

Keywords: Myself, …

The State of the World

My podcast discusses my views on how I see the world and where I think it's going. I discuss politics as well as the general …

For the Future.

My podcast is a quick summary about what I want for myself for the future, but mainly what I want our world to be like. It addresses some of the recent events going on int the world and how I think this …

This I Hope, To Die With No Regret

This podcast was  reflection of my past in which I have found my value of friendship and family in my life that I will live by until the day I die. It is a little bit personal, but it …

This I Hope for Myself 

My podcast is about the remembrance of my grandfather, Stephen Kavanagh. It includes the struggle of losing him during the midst of Covid-19 but also the things that I love and remember him by …

All One Can Hope For

I discuss Faith, Hope, and Love, and connect them to memories and how my memories and experiences have shaped those three elements in my life.  I also bring the point that going back and being …

This I learned...

In this podcast, I talk about the three most important lessons I found myself learning throughout this school year. I talk about …

Community Not Competition 

Just an overview of my progress this school year. I focused on my mental health progress and talked about the importance …

My Reflection on Current Events

I talk about my views on racial injustices and how I feel about them. I also talk about my goals for the future …

Activism on Social Media 

These past few months have demonstrated the importance of educating yourself and advocating for what you believe in. In this day and age, social media can provide an outlet where people can …

I hope to understand

In this podcast, I discussed the biggest lesson I have learned this year. I have learned the importance of understanding other people. And I also have learned to appreciate everyone around me …

Torn Dreams and ACLs

Recorded June 2020 by Ava Lanfredi

After tearing my ACL many things have changed. I feel scared that I will never be what I was. My hope is that I can return back to my normal self after this bump …

Let Him Without Sin Cast The First Stone

This year I feel as though I've developed a lot as person. I've been able to grow by realizing the relativity in life and stepping aside from judgment. I've also learned to live …

This I Hope

Moving into the future, I hope to mindful. In order to experience true growth I must be recognize every opportunity which can be achieved …

We Must Swim Together

In this podcast, I compare humans to fish and how when we unite, we become stronger in order to get through tough times.  I also emphasize that though we are living in the present, we must turn …

Time, Value, and Improvement

This podcast explains the importance of finding your purpose and the importance of valuing the small things as well as …

This I hope Podcast

I talk about the negative and positive changes in everyones life due to covid19 virus, and also what has changed in my life personally. 

Recorded June 2020 by Matt Del Sesto

Keywords: covid19, I hope …

Holding on to Hope

This podcast is about what I hope for the future. It is about spreading love and coming together to face challenges.

Recorded June …

What Do I Hope For? So Many Things

I started off by talking a bit about this past year's experiences and quarantine and how I feel about it. Then I talked about my hopes for the future including being an even better …

What I Hope

2020 has been a year of many unexpected events, but through it all, it has given me a chance to learn more about myself. Through my experiences, I have gained knowledge for what I hope for the future.

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Lessons Learned 

Throughout Sophomore English there were many lessons learned and good and bad experiences. I outline the good and bad experiences and how I learned from it.

Recorded June 2020 by Jake Shunney

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Always Changing

This podcast talks about self-reflection. I talked about how can we let ourselves be happy and let go. I wanted to do this on a more personal level because sometimes it's the hardest and I wanted to set …

Finding the Truth

Exploring the allegory of the cave and how it applies to what we have learned throughout the year. Discussing how important its ideas are to the future of our society.

Recorded June 2020 by Emily …

This I Hope Podcast

It's a reflection of everything I've experienced and witnessed over the course of this, long year and how those sights and experiences have influenced what I hope for with the future. I think these …

I Want to Believe Most People are Good.

During this podcast, I reflect on my sophomore year on a more worldly level. As I reflect on the recent issues like the pandemic and social injustices I question my previous …

This I, Ben Turner, Hope

In this podcast, I reflect on how I spent the months in quarantine. I explain what I hope for as we begin to move back towards a "normal" life.

Recorded June 2020 by Ben Turner

Keywords: Hope, …

This I Hope

Recorded June 2020 by Katherine Weekers

In this podcast, I reflect on my experience in Mr. Kenney's English class, what I'm proud of, where I've grown, and what I wish to work on. Then I take a look at where …

Dot, Dot, Dot

There is a deeper meaning to everything in life. I have learned that it is our jobs as learners and humans to explore this meaning. I hope that the entire human race fuels their curiosity and explores the …

Hope Hinges on Choices

We all have choices to make in our lives. How do we decide which is the right one? I reflect on the decisions of Randy Pausch, Elie Wiesel, and Jean Valjean. I contemplate my own decision process …

Privileged Life 

In this podcast, I discuss how I am a privileged individual, and the purpose this privilege gives me.  Further, I talk about what I need to achieve my purpose.

Recorded June 2020 by Audrey Kling

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Stronger United

Humanity is an incredibly powerful force. We have the ability to change the entire landscape around us. Yet we cannot unite even …

In this interview, I asked Janice about her life.  I learned a lot about her and I feel like we are closer than ever.  We talked a lot about her marriage and how it wasn't always perfect, and we talked about how times …

Brady, Matt, Matt, and Troy all discuss important memories in their lives, and what they mean to them now. Some include spending time with loved ones, or learning to let go and enjoy life. 

Keywords: Family, memories

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In the podcast we discuss our positive (and some negative) memories and their emphasis on ourselves and their impact they have on us. We also discuss …

We recall our most happy memories, where we felt as if we were the most ourselves. 

Keywords: #yolo #happy #happyplace #exhilarating #friends #airband

We discuss our happiest memories of our lives. A trip to the movie with friends, a trip to block island, and a night in town with coffee and sushi.

Keywords: Memory, Block Island, Texas,Coffee, sushi

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We talked about the happiest moments of our lives. When we felt closest to ourselves, the people around us and nature. 

Keywords: nature, regret

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Hugo, Clyde, Gerardo and Smayan embark on a journey through their past memories. Each of them expresses their feelings of past joys.

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Nick talked about traveling in the Netherlands, Quinn talked about listening to his favorite album, Baya talked about being relaxed in Cape Cod, and Gigi talked about riding her bike Narragasett. We all realized that …

Esme Ginsburg and Jordan Cambre interview their grandmas to find more about their past. They get to see the similarities and differences between all of their lives. 

Keywords: #family #past #grandparents #memories.

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In the podcast, the four students talked about and shared opinions on specific memories in which they felt happiest and at peace. In this podcast they try to determine what gives value to a memory and how those memories …

 John, Jimmy, and Evan discuss memories of the past, including watching old memories of movies, baseball, and buses. This leads to reminiscing of …

Ana talks about reading with her sister. Sophie recalls her summer working as a costumer. Mia remembers learning to surf with her father. 

Keywords: #memories #love #past #remember #lifegoeson #happy

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Just the boys in their feels. The happy moments that build our character and made us into total bros. (produced, recorded and mastered by homegrown Italians). 

Keywords: Bros, Happy, Maine, Dogs, Christmas, Skiing, …

In this interview, my Nana recounts her life by telling stories about her parents, children, regrets, and favorite memories. She describes what it was like to grow up within the Jewish community of Rhode Island, how she …

We shared our memories from our childhoods and discussed the project. Shea talked about her memories about Christmas cookies and Katherine talked about her trips to the village her dad grew up in. We also discussed …

Three girls reminisce about their favorite memories. They discuss how the simple things are what makes a more lasting memory - and how the best memories are those we only capture in our heads

Keywords: memories, …

Jack and Anderson discuss some of their past fondest memories. Through their discussion, they notice the similarities between each other's memories. 

Keywords: Las Vegas, New Hampshire, Nostalgia, Reminiscence, Ode to a …

My grandfather and my dad have lots of influence over my life.  In interviewing them, I learned that not all memories must be emotionally complicated …

We discuss the inspiration behind our projects, ranging from childhood nostalgia to beloved pets. Additionally, we talk about eternal life through …

In a conversation with my mother, we discussed her childhood memories and favorite vacations. She shared with me her experiences that are similar to some of my favorite moments.

November / December 2019.

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Students in Mr. Kenney's collaborative class discuss Edgar Allen Poe.  Student participants:  Tyler C., Lucy R. and Ila S.

Created November 2019.

People focus too much on their image and lose sight of happiness because of it. The need for approval in society changes the way we think, all to make ourselves "look better".

Keywords: Society, fake, money, unhappy

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Hard work in determination are essential to life. I work hard in everything I do and it has helped my life improve.

Keywords: "work", "hard work", "determination", "effort", "persistence"

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

450 years have passed since the last calendar reform. With all the modern technology we have today, it does not make any sense to base our lives …

My podcast is about how I believe in taking risks and not missing out on important moments due to fear. I do not want to be left with regret about all the opportunities I missed out on.

Keywords: risk, fear, trying new …

There are inherent problems in the American Education system that are still haunting kids all the way through their educational career. I've struggled with dealing with the imperfections of this system and can tell you …

In this podcast, I talk about how we need to stop taking things for granted. I talk about how we need to appreciate all that we have. 

Keywords: Appreciate and Realize.

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

Self-questioning is a gateway to happiness. Are regrets in your future?

Keywords: Happiness, regrets, incentives, future, purpose

EGHS Humanities November 2019

Self-questioning is a gateway to happiness. Are regrets in your future?

Keywords: Happiness, regrets, incentives, future, purpose

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

I believe Mean Girls is the best movie of all time.  It's the best movie all the time because of stellar costume design, amazing story, and great …

I wrote my podcast about how important it is to see the best in everyone despite what they may have done. Everyone has gone through something that explains their actions.

Keywords: Seeing the best in people

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This podcast is about school systems and the stress they put on students. It talks about how the focus is no longer on learning itself.

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In my podcast, I discussed the importance of learning other languages, as they are critical to understanding different cultures. Languages are …

Mental health isn't advertised as much as it should be. There should be more resources for kids to take advantage of. It's okay to not be okay.

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Life is drab without the desire to do. A person will not truly succeed unless consumed by what they love.

Keywords: passion, highschool

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I talk about how underrated legos are and how society could take advantage of them far more than they do currently.

Keywords: Lego, Legos, Society, …

This podcast is about my belief that all should have equality on opportunity and representation. But, it is more centered around the explanation on …

All flavored vapes are considered being banned completely by our current administration. I believe it would be wrong to ban flavored vapes for …

I will talk about how music has shaped my life. It has helped with communicating with my family and also set a future for me.

Keywords: Music, family

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

I believe that going back to the past benefits our future.  My trip back to Alameda helped give me peace and understanding in a away that only reliving the past can do.

Keywords: Peace, past, mirror, freedom, …

The Podcast talks about the ways that lying can be harmful. Specifically, how lying can affect relationships and change character.

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I talked about giving friends a second chance in your life if they make a mistake. Also, cutting them out does nothing beneficial for either person.

Keywords: Second chance, another opportunity, friend

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I discuss how loneliness is a paradox because no one is ever truly alone. I show this through examples of the films I've watched this year, that have …

Contrary to society's beliefs, sometimes it's okay to not be okay. Exposure-response therapy explains the value in the ability to sit with the uncomfortable.

Keywords: exposure, mental health, habituation, confrontation

Working hard for something can benefit an individual. It's okay not to be naturally good at something as long as one is willing to work hard.

Keywords: You just have to be smart enough. Winners do the things losers are …

Society has turned our lives into a competition, that has no true victor in the end. That people should spend their time on earth not competing but …

In this podcast, I, Lizzie F., talk about relationships with a focus on young romantic relationships. I take into question societal pressures and how they are applied to said relationships.

Keywords: #socialmedia …

In this podcast, I outline how I feel humanity as a whole should act when dealing with nature, and all the organisms within it. Especially animals, …

Empathy is important in a world of suffering. It is important to recognize privilege and to empathize and help others of less fortune. 

Keywords: Empathy help privilege

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

In this podcast, I talk about my perspective on death and how events in my life have shaped the views that I have on the subject. I discuss why my perspective on death can be highly beneficial to go about my daily life. …

This podcast is addressing the current concept of the "American Dream" and the stigmas that enforce it in today's society.

Keywords: stigma, judgement, quality of life

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

Music should be in everyone's lives to help develop traits and open opportunities. Skills among individuals tend to improve and gives people …

As an only child, I can say that sometimes it gets lonely. A dog is the perfect companion and playmate for only children.

Keywords: only child, dog, playmate

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

The ideas that you come up with should always be seen as the best in your own eyes. It is okay to refer to other people so hear their perspectives.

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My grandparents live in a struggling county and never could afford coming to the USA. I believe countries such as the US should do more to help …

Little things have a greater impact. One small gesture can change someones day around or even life. 

Keyword: little things

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

What I believe is the best way to be productive and to develop interests. Establishing healthy habits and following a rigid schedule.

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My podcast describes the flaws of social media and how judgement can impact others. I believe that the was we judge people and search for something to comment on is self-destructive and can have more of an impact than …

My podcast is about one of my beliefs I gained from my own experience. I explain my core value of being kind and respectful toward others. I also …

My podcast covers topics such as why kindness is important, and the why everyone should try to be kind. It talks about bullying and childhood …

Happy places do exist. Everyone has one that they belong in, and everyone has the ability to find theirs.

Keywords: happy places, New York, childhood

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

My podcast focuses on the importance of gratitude and what it means to be grateful. It also discusses what leads someone to lead a grateful life and …

In our current world, the importance of the first amendment has become increasingly important. The first amendment has been more protected than ever, …

 believe that everything happens for a reason. When challenges appear that you are not expecting take those as an opportunity to grow instead of letting it defeat you.

Keywords: everything, happens, challenges

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My podcast focuses on the importance of a healthy and safe learning environment where one is excited and encouraged to learn and apply themselves. A …

The importance of family for me and the relationships I have with my family members. 

Keyword: Family

EGHS Humanities November 2019.

In my podcast I talk about how I believe that we waste time and that we never live in the moment.  I compare this to people on a train, and how they are thinking about the destination instead of living in the moment and …

My podcast is about not making quick judgements or assumptions. In it, I talk about seeing people with a positive outlook, and trying to see situations from their perspectives.

Keywords: judgement, mood, perspective

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In this podcast, I talk about how I've learned to not care. Ignoring what goes on in other people's heads makes me a better person.

Keywords: Fear, judgement, curiosity, personality

EGHS Humanities October 2019.

The smallest things in life often have the greatest power. You never know what a kind word could do.

Keywords: Kindness, stress, school, anxiety

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Society today is based on decisions, and we can't do anything to avoid them. Sometimes, however, it's okay to chose another option.

Keywords: Decisions, Society, Human Nature

EGHS Humanities October 2019.

This podcast details the issues behind idolizing celebrities, something considered very normal in the modern-age. This unhealthy environment is …

My podcast is all about empathy, and how the way to see the best in people and understand them better is to imagine they all have a special gift for you. My story to relate to this is about my friend with Down Syndrome …

Liberty is fundamental to modern society. Every person deserves to be given basic rights to freedom. These include freedom of speech, representation, and ability to practice religion freely.

Keywords: liberty, beliefs, …

This podcast is about how growing up children's parents create expectations for them, as does our society these days. Teens should be able to create …

How the expectations and appearance of our parents becomes less and less apparent as time goes on. This pattern is how being a child is related with …

I believe it is important to listen to others beliefs, even if they are not something you agree with. In my podcast, I touch base on reasons why …

I believe that ignorance is bliss. In childhood, we were happiest. We weren't scared of anything, and our imaginations created extraordinary things. These were the things that made us happy. Ignorance may not be …

I explain how fairytales give children expectations that life will consist of one struggle, and will be followed by living happily ever after. When …

Religion can be both beautiful and toxic, and I've experienced both sides of it. God creates love, but he can also justify hate.

Keywords: #religion …

I believe the key to feeling happiness is by not comparing yourself to others and accepting personal achievements that are important to you. Even when I feel like I'm not that good at running or struggle to participate …

My podcast is about my faith in humanity. I go over many ways in which I view the world and how I choose to see society and humanity as a whole. I …

I believe pictures and videos of us from our childhood are some of the most important things to possess and cherish.  Looking back at albums and videos create a sense of happiness while also letting one reflect on who …

I think that when you travel, you should not stay at a hotel. This is because staying at a hotel doesn't grant the same depth of cultural experience …

Even little self-degrading comments can negatively affect your happiness and confidence. Shown in Dr. Emoto's experiment with different attitudes towards rice, positivity can have an impact on even the most lifeless …

Literature is absolutely necessary in a social and personal environment- it drives beliefs and morals and helps guide the formation of one's beliefs …

An influential story from a relative prompts me to think about the role of God in decisions in my life. Life is a mixture of grand design and …

African American Vernacular English originated nearly four hundred years ago whereupon slaves attempted to learn English from their poorly educated …

In this podcast I talk about societies ideas of rebellion, and how it contrasts from the reality of its necessity. I also explain how conformity can be negative and even dangerous in a society.

Keywords: society, …

Growing up is hard, but living a stick and ordered life is even harder. Modern teens and adults aren't taught how to enjoy themselves and the little …

My podcast is about how in the US, we need to construct high speed rail networks in order to better our nation. The reason we do not already have high speed rail lines is due to our lack of open mindedness. We cause our …

My podcast is about how I used to put much focus on my brain and being the "smart one" that I didn't really care about my physical or emotional health. It finally got so bad that I realized that. I had to change a …

Having seen the devastating effects of being uneducated online, this podcast talks about a potential solution to ensuring those who have Social Media …

My podcast is about teen relationships and how they  are commonly used to make teens feel complete, and loved, before learning to love themselves. This may not be thought of as an issue, but can lead to many unstable …

Due to my dads teachings I work hard in everything I do. It is the only way to go far and be successful in life.

Keywords: Future, Hard work, …

My podcast is about how everyone, specifically women, should be confident in their bodies. Society's goal is to bring women down and manipulate their …

In my podcast I will be discussing the impact people have on your life. Specifically how the actions of a single person can begin a life-changing chain of events.

Keywords: Domino, relationships, impact, hindsight

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I grew up without influential societal norms, but as I grew older I saw that these norms built the world around me.  However, the lessons I have …

It's about how a parent should influence their child's life rather than control. Parents should guide their child through life instead of watching …

I believe in the importance of personal power. Personal power can be achieved by determination and is allows one to live a virtuous life.

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This podcast questions the idea of what our path of life is. It   explains how if the sketch our life was known, our purpose  on Earth would be …

People try to stay away from stereotypes and in doing that they become stereotypes. In becoming those stereotypes they bully and mock others into …

Genetically modified organisms, or GMOS, have long been subject to unfair controversy. This controversy stems from the alarming spread of misinformation as to the nature of GMOs.

Keywords: GMOs, misinformation, fake …

I speak about my beliefs on forgiveness and how I believe it is always deserved. I describe needing forgiveness and why you should give it.

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Contact with nature promotes healing of the human spirit. Nature and humankind share many common resources which are essential for the survival of both. It is important to honor this vital connection.

Keywords: Nature, …

My podcast is about my belief in being friendly. I used to not have as much friends, and now that  I do, I try and make as much of an effort as I can …

I talked about how using creative outlets is a great coping mechanism. I also talked about how I used my characters and writing helped me get through a period of depression and helped me figure out what I believed.

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I believe that it is not realistic or appropriate to go through life with the goal of having no regrets. Regrets are normal and this statement instills unrealistic expectations.

Keywords: "Regret", "Choices", "YOLO", …

My podcast is about how I believe that women deserve the same rights as everyone else. Humanity is no where close to true equality, but this generation of women and the ones before have fought hard against injustice and …