THE ROOTS: Recent Episodes
shsleaf
The podcast series for The Leaf, Sycamore High School. The Leaf is an award-winning high school news organization in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In this episode, we interview and discuss with Mrs. Laura Miniard about psychology, the important life skills, and possible careers in the field of psychology.
In this episode of 'The Roots', staffer Deeya Prakash interviews the famous swimming high-school athlete from Sycamore High School, Carson Foster, who broke Michael Phelps' 10-under National Age Group record in the 100 fly and has become the youngest swimmer ever to break 30 seconds in the 50 fly. Listen to Foster's advice, goals, and more in the episode!
In this critical episode, Aaditi Lele, an activist herself, discusses with other SHS activists about being involved in the reforms and what it means to them. Listen to SHS students talk about their balancing of school and passion and their own goals.
In this episode, staffers Claire Berlier and Harsitha Kalairasan talk with student athletes about nutrition and eating habits. Listen to this podcast episode which explores two state qualified student athletes' and another talented teen athlete's opinions on junk food and how they manage their own diets.
Staffer Serene Tarabishi explores different kinds of scheduling in high schools like Sycamore with students of such schools. She compares and contrasts block scheduling, partial scheduling, and other alternatives that are supposed to help high school students get better sleep. But, does it work for students? Listen to find out.
Ever wondered if you should take that second math class? What about taking another science class to have some time free in senior year? Yes, we all have. Join staffer Katie Mott of Sycamore High School as she discusses her own story, along with other students at SHS, about taking two same subject classes, to understand the rigour and balance of doing so.
Web and Communications Editor, Lydia Masset, talks to Sycamore High School student, Stacy Lawrence, about her car and what it means to Stacy. Enjoy the fun and quirky conversation between the two as they discuss funny stories and emotional connections students develop with their cars.
The Leaf's staffers ask some Sycamore High School students about their sleep patterns and evaluate with the Health teacher if those patterns are healthy or not. If you think your sleep cycle is not enough or are looking for relatable tips about balancing schoolwork and sleep, then look no further than this episode!
In the very first episode of season 2, staffers of The Leaf talk to Mr. Mader about him as they try to explore the 'real' Mr. Mader, beneath the responsibilities of the Principal of Sycamore High School. Listen to fun tales of Mr. Mader, and more about his and Mr. Lothrop's friendship as we dive into some personal stories regarding them.