KMIH 88.9 The Bridge: Recent Episodes
KMIH 88.9 The Bridge
KMIH 88.9 The Bridge is a high school radio station in Mercer Island, Washington. Students create wonderful interviews, news broadcasts, sports broadcasts, and much more! If you can't listen to 88.9 The Bridge on the radio, you can listen to our best pieces here!
As the Seahawks have made their way into the playoffs for the 2023 NFL season, Seattle's fans are getting more and more excited. Listen as Sophie asks Norb about how he supports the Hawks, and his predictions for the games to come.
One of KMIH's Staff, Hayley Nguyen created a podcast about her dad's journey of escaping Vietnam at 13 without his family. It's a story of struggle, survival, and strength to achieve freedom and opportunity. This podcast was one of 10 winners of the New York Times Podcast Competition!
KMIH's Director of Staff, Sophie Prock, had the chance to interview Daniela Melgar, the Drama and English 12 teacher at Mercer Island High School. Mrs. Melgar explained what the Race Literature course is, and why students should consider taking it. In this English class, students are able to experience different literature written by all types of authors from different backgrounds through numerous lenses.
From Devorah Heitner to 'Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader', here's the last of Gabe and Sophie's radio collaboration. Thank you Gabe for everything you've done for us here at 88.9!
Audrey Sadlier covered the MIHS student walkout to protest the anti-queer legislation in Florida and Texas.
For the second time, Sophie Prock sat down with councilmember Ted Weinberg for an interview. Listen as Ted describes what will happen as he transitions into being a member of Mercer Island's City Council.
To celebrate Día de los Muertos here on 88.9 The Bridge, Sophie Prock produced a full hour music and conversation to honor passed Latin American Artists. Here's a snippet!
Audrey Sadlier had the opportunity to sit down with senior Lauren Wainwright and discuss the upcoming basketball season. Tune into 88.9 The Bridge for live broadcasts of Islander girls basketball!
Sophia Azzano and McLean Hopkins cover Mercer Island High School's walkout in solidarity with the students of Bellevue, Interlake, Sammamish, and Newport High School after the mishandling of an assault case at Newport High School. Mercer Island High School students addressed the problem of sexual assault within their school.
Mercer Island High School students share their thoughts about school, teachers, peers, and parents in this joint project between KMIH and Parent Edge.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Michael Curry to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Lisa Anderl to hear what she thinks are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Kate Akyuz to hear what she thinks are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sidh Shroff sat down with Daniel Becker to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sophie Prock sat down with Ted Weinberg to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Manager Sidh Shroff sat down with Salim Nice to hear what he thinks are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Election Day is quickly approaching. Six candidates are vying for spots on Mercer Island's City Council. KMIH Student General Managers Sophie Prock and Sidh Shroff sat down with each of the candidates to hear what they think are the important issues facing our community.
This program is part of a collaboration between KMIH and the Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce.
Andrew, Quinn, and Matthew interview Agent Tarentino, the Special Agent in charge of the DEA's Seattle field division. Mr. Tarentino talks about the dangers of fentanyl-laced pills for teens.
This KMIH tribute to Mercer Island Basketball coaching legend Ed Pepple won the Golden Microphone Award for the nation's best community outreach broadcast at the 81st Annual IBS conference and awards! This aired during the October 3rd parade held in memory of the Coach and tribute to his wife Shirley and was produced by MIHS Juniors Gabe Gottesman and Carys Ciobanu.
Grace G Interviews Joann Kim, a Korean Youth Organizer and Advisor at YouthKAN. YouthKAN's mission is to change the pressure that negatively impacts the mental health of Asian American youth.
The holiday season is here! Audrey, Sam, Lucas and Connor have a heated discussion about their favorite holiday foods and why they enjoy this time of year.
Rosetta Lee is an expert in diversity, inclusion and equity. In this episode, she speaks on microaggressions, navigating difficult conversations, seeking out new perspectives, and so much more. To hear more from Rosetta, visit http://miparentedge.org and sign up for her upcoming events: Improving Cross Cultural Communication, and Navigating Microaggressions.
The three chatted about how to stay safe on the internet, regarding Fake News, social media, and mental health. They also talked about the effects of technology on students’ physical health, and how to make screens more positive for all. Listen here for tips and tricks on how to stay safe and happy on screens.
Learn more about our new principal as he answers questions from our own KMIH Staff. We hear about Mr. Kelly’s favorite shape of pasta, his favorite class in high school, and the time he took an exam with a lego imprint on his forehead.
Despite Italy's travel ban on the United States, Mercer Island High School Alum Elyse Rice is studying abroad there for a quarter. Elyse discusses her college experience, differences in COVID-19 regulations between the US and Italy, mandatory quarantine, and her grocery fiasco.
Nancy Hawkes, the Director of Animal Care at Woodland Park Zoo has lots to share about the creatures within! She tells us about snails, gorillas, and even volunteer opportunities!
Also, if you'd like to know more, visit zoo.org.
Although they were unable to go into the studio, Harry and Sophie discussed Harry's future radio career at MIHS! He;s so excited to join the staff, and can't wait for his Freshman Year.
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Theodore, Matthew, Quinn, Andrew, Sophie and Maddie record a national broadcast on the High School Radio Network. Things talked about include the Coronavirus, Nintendo, some Youtubers and School!
Rachel Simmons, an outstanding public speaker and author visited MIHS this February. The two discussed Ms. Simmons' previous work, and more about how she will continue inspire the future generations.
Theodore Freeman and Matthew Pangallo record a national broadcast on the High School Radio Network. Things talked about range from injuries, Theodore's road trip, favorites, finals and even a call from St. Louis!
Audrey had the chance to talk to the lovely Kimberly Schlapman of the band Little Big Town. They talked about how the band was created, Kimberly's favorite song to sing and to write, new music, and the "Girl Crush" controversy.