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The Last Bell is MVL's weekly variety podcast produced by Desktop Publishing. Join us for the latest in student life and current events along with interviews and even some skits.

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The exiting thrill of contest and the pressure of success. Along with the planes you favorite hosts have for the future. 

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Your Favorite hosts play Google feud with Caleb DeWitt. Crazy weird answers what are they... Listen to find out!

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Today we talk about Spring Fever week and Daniel's knee situation. Very interesting episode in my opinion... Have a listen!

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Your incredible hosts talk about the recent event of the Super Bowl, and Lutheran Schools week in the area grade schools. We also talk about our experience in the MLC tournament. You'll want to listen all the way through. Happy listening!

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Today, we review some AP English's podcasts. We give critiques, and maybe somethings that could be improved, and some things that are great. It's a great listen, so enjoy!

(If your in one of these podcasts, please don't take this seriously or personally, this is purely just for fun and for content.)

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LIST OF PODCASTS REVIEWED:

  • Laura Rossow and Renee Geving
  • Caleb DeWitt and Caleb Tomhave
  • Jonathan Urban
  • Nate Dunkel
  • Josh Giefer, Donovan Witte, and Josiah Guenther

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Can Josiah and Nate decipher whither what I say is true or not? Find out on today's episode of The Last Bell. Make sure to listen all the way through because some of the facts may surprise you... Happy listening!

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In this installment of The Last Bell, your hosts talk about the top 100 TV shows (according to Rolling Stone from 2016). We then give our opinion on how they are ranked. Enjoy!

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Your iconic hosts are back and better than ever for a new episode. We talk about events over Winter Break and other miscellaneous topics. This is a bit of a shorter episode, but the content is incredible nonetheless. Grab a quick snack, sit back, do some homework and enjoy the episode.

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In this episode, we have a brief conversation about the interview Abbie had with Pastor Lor down in Vietnam. After that, you can listen to that interview they had. This one is very interesting and gives us more insight into what our mission at MVL is all about. Thanks for listening.

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In this episode we asked Rylee her top 5 for various topics. Some parts get pretty intense, so listen all the way through. 

Very sorry, but no video will be for this episode. It got corrupted during the process of recording it. Video will be back next week, I promise. Here is episode 56, its a real good one, trust us. 

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For the first time ever, a new feature of The Last Bell has been incorporated... Video will now be a part of the podcast! We hope this feature makes your experience of this podcast more entertaining and fun. Don't worry, the audio on here isn't going anywhere. For you people listening with only audio, head over to The Charger YouTube Channel to check the video out! And now, Episode 55: 

In this installment, we asked Isaac Bakke some personal, yet not too personal, questions. We hope you listen all the way, because some secrets were spilled. Enjoy!

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Welcome to the Last Bell with Daniel and Josiah! The Last Bell is a variety podcast brought to you by Desktop Publishing. This episode, we asked each other a variety of questions and we hope you will get to know your hosts a little better than before. Bigger and better things are to come in future episodes, so stay tuned! 

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Jonah and Andy return to some of their favorite memories from the past year as they say farewell to The Last Bell. We revisit the origins of Ed Helms (please be on our podcast), recount the craziness of recording this past year, and reveal a secret about the titles of episodes. If you would like to host the podcast next year, contact Mr. Lundsten and join Desktop Publishing!

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As the MVL production of Harvey looms imminent, Jonah, Andy, and Nick look forward to being in a theater with curtains. They also look backward at past Drama moments, including the No Pants Zone and the Mt. Olive production of Peter Pan Jr. Enjoy another classic episode recorded during sixth hour!

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Andy and Jonah are joined by their youngest siblings to talk about childhood. Freshman Anna Kramer and MLC sophomore Sam Muske discuss the debate over PBS Kids vs. Netflix and that one time the Kramers had to leave the St. Peter Library in disgrace. Anna attempts to live up to her Wisdom of the Crowd reputation.

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After months of obstacles and planning, Andy and Jonah return with a special fiftieth episode of The Last Bell. Four-time guest Mr. Lundsten provides insight into the inner workings of the podcast and his vision for its future. The hosts test how well he really knows the podcast with some light-hearted trivia.

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Recording live at a speech meet, Andy and Jonah welcome Lilli Mohror, Caleb Tomhave, and Nicole Schumann to The Last Bell. Many insights about speech are revealed in what may be the most topical episode that the current hosts will release. Maggie Spike makes a cameo as well.

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Andy and Jonah pause in the February cold to celebrate the Super Bowl and reflect on past happenings. Google Translate and the Bulgarian language make at least one appearance apiece herein.

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Andy and Jonah explore the question, "What is Knowledge Bowl?" They bring in Isaiah Carlovsky and Mark Spengler, both members of MVL's Black team, to help find an answer. Also discussed are a possible new food podcast and potential future guests Ed Helms and President Joe Biden.

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This week, Jonah and Andy return from Christmas vacation to interview guest Josiah Smith about the Chargaliers, MVL’s show choir. Together they reminisce about Choralfests past and conspire about future concerts. Also discussed are Mongolian throat singing and High School Musical.

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A short Christmas update from Minnesota-based Jonah and new Michigander Andy. They discuss the differences between the UP and the Mitten and talk about Andy's airport experience.

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Andy and Jonah welcome Varsity Math Team member Emma Niebuhr to the Last Bell. The ensuing conversation is a peek behind the curtain of the secretive group, including an answer to the age-old question, “Why would anyone join Math Team?” As has become the usual, the conversation goes awry, with Ed Helms and the Magic Tour Bus as points of discussion. Please, Ed Helms, be a guest on the Last Bell. Please.

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Mikayla Bendix and Emma Bruegger join Jonah and Andy to discuss the ins and outs of volleyball at MVL. From line-dancing to the possibility of a boys’ team, some of the most important aspects of the game are covered before the conversation inevitably veers into caffeine and Mikayla’s secret life. We say goodbye to the faculty devotion bell as we move to afternoon recording sessions.

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The Last Bell welcomes back Walter Grubbs, a former host of the show. Andy and Jonah discuss the podcasting life with him, along with a sizable amount of time devoted to comparing chicken-based restaurants. The "historic bells of Notre Dame" may make a cameo.

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Luke Peterson joins hosts Andy and Jonah to discuss the MVL football team. Real talk and true feelings abound as The Last Bell continues to keep its finger on the pulse of MVL. Weird food combinations and the Star Wars Prequels enter the discussion at some point, too.

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Host Andy Muske is joined by the candidates for Student Body President, Luke Rogotzke, Rachel Black, and Jonah Kramer. Political goodwill abounds as the guests look back at the election and congratulate Student Body President Luke Rogotzke. Because you can't talk politics forever, some time is spent discussing Clue, knitting, and turning the lights on while driving. A recurring guest, the MVL teacher devotion bell, makes an appearance.

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Senior Joanna Wessel joins Andy and Jonah for an in-depth and definitive dive into the wide, spooky world of Halloween. Where do Halloween movies come from? What about the poorly named "Fun Size" candy? If you don't watch out, you might get spooked by something from the land where your eyes don't go.

"Surprisingly on-topic. Five stars." - Jonah Kramer

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Andy and Jonah welcome MVL alumnus Peter Smith ('20) to The Last Bell! Peter reminisces about his years in our halls and the memories he made within. Somehow, as always, the conversation strays, this time to dream invasion, Mario Party, and ... birds? Definitely do not click this link.

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Andy and Jonah prepare you for MEA break with Hallmark movies and Wikipedia articles. Learn about cosmic latte, the Dancing Plague of 1518, and the toast sandwich. In current events, volleyball wins, soccer and cross-country wrap up, football plays their first game, and math team holds their first practice. Please feel free, if you haven’t already, to fill out the Wisdom of the Crowd questionshere. You might get a shoutout!

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Hosts Jonah and Andy time travel to interview cross-country runners Anna Van Riesen and Caleb Carlovsky. Learn the secrets of motivation and running. The conversation veers off-course into the world of cereal and potential slogans for Elmer’s Glue. We have our first crowd-sourced response for Wisdom of the crowd. If you want in on the action, you can answer the questionshere.

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Andy and Jonah talk with their first guests of the year, soccer players Mia Johnson and Isaiah Heins. Learn about how the soccer teams are doing and the co-op experience. The interview strays from the pitch and into the wild world of donuts and dolphins. The MVL Teacher Devotion Bell makes a cameo.

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Meet The Last Bell’s new hosts Jonah Kramer and Andy Muske. Get to know them as they talk about topics from Desktop Publishing to the wide world of sports. Includes Last Week This Week Today, which highlights some recent events, and Next Week This Week Right Now, where upcoming events are discussed. Important note - in between recording and publishing, Fall Fest was postponed indefinitely. More information will be on the blog as it is available.

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This episode was recorded before all of this madness broke out. We hope you enjoy a throwback to a more normal time. Wally and Ben had the pleasure of recording in the Bethany Lutheran College recording studio and were joined by their very own Job Wosmek and Ben Lundsten. They were also joined by a very special guest: the risk management director for the Vietnam medical mission. Since we last recorded, the mission has reached their goal and the facility has opened but our prayers are still with the operation of this facility.

Join us for some lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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Join Wally and Ben for another round of questions, comments, and shenanigans from home. It's that time of the week again and your intrepid Podcasters are back at it again. This time their focus is on all things positive and funky. We hope you join us for another round of fun and share this show with all your friends.

Join us for some lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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On the second episode recorded from home, our intrepid duo, Walter and Ben, are joined by two very thoughtful guests! Rachel Black and Lydia Hartwig wake up from their naps to talk about sleep, routines, the universe, and Walter's existential crises. Hope you enjoy it!

Join us for some lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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Hey guys! We know that the times may be tough. You know what will make it better? Listening to our podcast! It's like there are two little friends in your ears just havin' a good time in there making you laugh, giggle, chortle, guffaw, and other fun bodily functions! In all seriousness, we understand that remaining in your house may be infuriating so distracting yourself with a fun podcast is definitely good for you mental health. We hope you enjoy our talk!

Join us for some a lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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Join the podcasters for a court side experience at the Boys Subsection Basketball tournament. Wally and Ben comment on the players history, interview some students, and enjoy the game in the first part of this basketball journey.

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Sit down with Wally, Ben and their best guest ever: Max Johnson! We discuss, golf, basketball, and some other random topics in this surprisingly mature conversation.

Join us for some a lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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03:10 Max Johnson Serious Interview

18:00 Max Johnson Game

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In this episode we interview three of our favorite MVL seniors: Spencer Marth, Julia Flitter, and Maida Jasperson. If you like laughing, joy, and/or happiness this would be a good episode to check out. Hope you enjoy!

Join us for some a lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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In this lip smackin', popcorn munchin', basketball dribblin',  horse foot cloppin' episode of the Last Bell. MVL's Wally and Ben catch up on current events, interview Isaiah and Spencer from the basketball team, and go down the rabbit hole of outros.

Join us for some a lighthearted Monday pod and have a great week! Be sure to like this episode, share with your friends, and subscribe for more awesome content from Desktop Publishing.

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00:00 Intro

01:32 This Week Last Week Today

05:56 Basketball Interview

14:34 Outro, Ranting, and Final Thoughts

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What better way to start the new year than with a bunch of consecutively smaller lists from the previous decade! Join Wally and Ben as they break down the last 10 years into 10 lists. You're in for a wild ride this year with a new pod that's bigger and better than ever.

Leave us a like, share, and subscribe and please tell your friends! Happy New Year!

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Merry Christmas from everyone at the Last Bell! Be sure to listen to the end and have a wonderful holiday season.

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In this episode, Ben and Wally interview Mr.Lundsten on The Mandalorian, Fallen Order, and Lightsaber fights in front of the silver screen. Plus we finally have a recurring segment, This week, Last week, Today, even if our news is out of date and sometimes factually inaccurate!

00:15 Intro

01:25 This Week Last Week Today

05:45 Star Wars Discussion

15:10 Video Game Actors

20:15 Mr.Lundsten’s Lightsaber Victory

26:00 Outro

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Ben Kelm was fortunate enough to sit down with Master Sergeant Michael Tracy, the keynote speaker of MVL's 2019 Veteran's Day Program. Master Sergeant Tracy talks about his time in service, transition out of military, family and the WELS efforts in the armed forces. 

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On this episode, Ethan Schoof returns to break down the top ten old timey diseases, translate some google songs and talks about college life. Tune in for a fun ride with the Last Bell.

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00:17 Intro

00:47 Ethan's Intro

01:02 The Last Bell: Last Week Today

03:25 Top Ten Old Timey Diseases

05:22 Google Translated Songs

08:46 THE TREMOR

09:00 Ethan Schoof Interview

16;53 The Last Bell: Ding Dongs

18:00 Outro

The Last Bell is MVL’s weekly variety podcast created by Desktop Publishing. Join us weekly as we discuss just about anything and everything inside and outside of school.

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In this episode we interview our good friend: Anthony Hulke and talk about his high school football career, bricks, dogs, memories, legacy and life itself. Tune in for a fun discussion with one of the most recognizable faces at MVL. There will probably not be an episode coming out next week as we have many days off but we will return to the studio for more fun when we return. Thanks for listening!

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00:00 Artificial Intelligence Android Intro

01:17 Last Week Today

04:23 Normal Anthony Interview

06:53 Funny Questions for Anthony

13:54 The Last Bell: Ding Dongs

15:18 Outro and Final Thoughts

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On this episode we sit down with Maddie Pearson, a senior at MVL who is quite involved in her school’s activities and a member of the 2019 Homecoming court.

The Last Bell is MVL’s weekly variety podcast created by Desktop Publishing. Join us weekly as we discuss just about anything and everything inside and outside of school.

00:22 Introductions and Week in Review

4:23 Maddie Pearson Interview

11:23 The Last Bell: Ding Dongs

13:20 Shout out to Pastor Witte

13:50 Outro and Final Thoughts

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Episode 22: Entertaining your Ears

In this episode, we share our expert opinions about such things as the perfect Netflix shows to binge, some of our favorite study music, Shrek Forever After, and great times in general! Tune in every Monday to listen to our show.

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In this episode, we say farewell to Ethan and hello to Wally, this seasons co-host. We talk about how our summers went and have an exclusive interview with Wally. Have a listen and enjoy a wonderful rest of your day!

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We hope you had an amazing summer vacation. As school rolls around, tune in to our Podcast as we begin a new season with THE Walter Grubbs. Enjoy!

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In this installment of the Last Bell, Ethan and Ben sit down with the Big Cheese himself: Mr.Lundsten. Together they discuss life, travel, food, truth and even a lie. Enjoy!

P.S. Sorry for the late publishing

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In this episode Ethan and Ben discuss superpowers, the musical and the movie: Avengers Endgame.

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In this episode, Ben and Ethan look forward to summer and discuss a fun and slightly alarming hypothetical scenario.

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In this episode, Ethan and Ben get down to the nitty gritty of working out, work experiences and motivation. Enjoy!

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This episode celebrates the success of the MVL Charger basketball team and their amazing fans. We recognize some of them in various interviews and sit down with a few of the players to discuss highlights of the season. Tune in to this detailed look at our Charger family. Enjoy!

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In this episode we have a in-depth interview with Mr. Hermanson and Miss Lehman, with questions covering topics personal interest to what the teachers really talk about at lunch!

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In this episode we're visited by our Uncles from the Bronx. We also explain where we've been and discuss our childhoods. Enjoy the Pod!

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Bonjourno! In this episode we discuss Italy, try some Olive Garden and talk about schoolio.

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On this episode of the Last Bell we interview dance team members and bounce around with some discussions about Giants, Athletes and everybody's favorite body building Arnold Schwarzenegger.

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In this action packed episode we play games, discuss other schools and plan out our new year. Featuring special guests: Josh, Dylan and Adam.

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A Christmas Skit: our present to you.

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In this episode we give helpful advice for dealing with exams, interview a random guest and celebrate the happy time of Holiday break.

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On this action-packed episode we play 'Would you Rather'' and discuss some of the oddest sports in the world.

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One this episode, Ethan and Ben discuss plenty of words and have a good time during this uneventful week.

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In this episode we discuss music, chorale fest and other MVL events. Have a great Thanksgiving Break!!!

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Join us this week as we discuss Veterans, Queen and answer some fun personal questions.

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In this latest episode of the podcast, Ben and Ethan discuss recent MVL updates, as well as Halloween!

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In this episode we discuss testing, Knowledge Bowl, college and get a little whacky near the end. Tune in for another fun episode.

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This time around, Ben and Ethan interview a few members of the homecoming court and discuss a surprising amount of Toto.

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In this episode we get to know senior Lauren Paulsen and talk about the volleyball team.

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