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Hills Review
Hills Review is the student podcast at Half Hollow Hills High School East and is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club.
Every week during the school year, you can hear a wide variety of ideas and voices on this podcast. There are discussions, stories, insightful interviews, audio documentaries, opinions, and more.
The one thing these podcasts have in common -- is that they are all created by -- and about things -- that matter to us: the students at High School East.
It's Friday, June 26th, 2026 and welcome to the Summer Edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.While many of us will attend concerts over the summer, most don't realize what it takes to put on the show. In this feature story, Syon Sharma takes an in depth look at how sound and instrument technicians make the live music we love possible.Why do people love scary movies? Madison Tom dives into psychology and science to try and answer this age old question.If you're looking for the perfect beach book, Jocelyn Cordova, Adoara Delatour, and Alycia Harris are here to convince you that 'None of This is True' is the perfect choice.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you're interested in contributing – and aren't graduating – see Mr. Beatty in room 216 in the fall.Thank you for listening – have a great summer – and best of luck to the Class of 2026! Congratulations Seniors!
Should your choice of jobs be based on passion or income? Sofia Giacoponello explains why your career choice should be based on passion – and how, by taking this path, you will improve your mental health and lead a happier life.
While immigrants come to the United States for a better life, many face difficult hurdles when they arrive. Samarth Patel looks closely at the Indian immigrant experience and explores the challenges that they face in trying to create strong, successful lives in America.
If you think about it, if it wasn't for teachers, there wouldn't be any other jobs. Teachers play an important role in the education of our society. Jenna Milohnic explains why – because of these incredible responsibilities – teachers deserve higher salaries.
Cheerleading is considered by many as a club that requires no skill. Adonis Tyrell challenges this notion, and shows how cheerleading is a sport that requires hard work, dedication, and physical and mental stability.
It's Monday, March 2nd, 2026 and welcome to the Spring Edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Cheerleading is considered by many as a club that requires no skill. This Tuesday, Adonis Tyrell challenges this notion, and shows how cheerleading is a sport that requires hard work, dedication, and physical and mental stability. If you think about it, if it wasn't for teachers, there wouldn't be any other jobs. Teachers play an important role in the education of our society. On Wednesday, Jenna Milohnic explains why – because of these incredible responsibilities – teachers deserve higher salaries.While immigrants come to the United States for a better life, many face difficult hurdles when they arrive. On Thursday, Samarth Patel looks closely at the Indian immigrant experience and explores the challenges that they face in trying to create strong, successful lives in America.Should your choice of jobs be based on passion or income? On Friday, Sofia Giacoponello explains why your career choice should be based on passion – and how, by taking this path, you will improve your mental health and lead a happier life.Think about the last standardized test you took. Did it truly reflect your intelligence, creativity and work ethic? Or just your ability to perform under pressure for a few hours. With so much at stake, it's worth questioning whether these exams are meaningful measures for college admissions. Here's Sammy Stimell talking to students at High School East to find out what they think…Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Whether you're watching TV, listening to a sports podcast, or on social media, there's a good chance you'll notice the increase in talk about women's basketball. What was once unnoticed by many is now a major player in the world of sports. Layla Marie Greaves looks at the recent rise of women's professional and college basketball, and how this rise is positively impacting the younger generation.
Fairy tales are not just stories – they are magical works of art that can shape children's understanding of the world. While some may be a little too intense or scary, fairy tales trigger cognition in young minds and allow for intense thinking skills at an early age. Marisa Dominic explains why every child should experience these stories.
Randy Rhoads, who passed away in a tragic plane accident in 1982, was one of the best guitar players of all time. Although his career only lasted a decade, he cemented his place in rock and roll history by forming the band Quiet Riot in 1973, and later by joining Ozzy Osbourne on his first two solo records. Syon Sharma talks to Kelly Rhoads, Randy's sister, about the achievements of her brother and what it takes to keep his legacy alive.
The new school phone ban is a controversial topic throughout the state. While many are against it, there are many positives that even some students will acknowledge. Abigail Smawley looks at how this new law benefits those it aims to protect.
It's Monday, January 5th, 2026 – Happy New Year and welcome to the Winter Edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Here's a preview of the podcasts you will hear this week.The new school phone ban is a controversial topic throughout the state. While many are against it, there are many positives that even some students will acknowledge. On Tuesday, Abigail Smawley looks at how this new law benefits those it aims to protect. Randy Rhoads, who passed away in a tragic plane accident in 1982, was one of the best guitar players of all time. Although his career only lasted a decade, he cemented his place in rock and roll history by forming the band Quiet Riot in 1973, and later by joining Ozzy Osbourne on his first two solo records. On Wednesday, Syon Sharma talks to Kelly Rhoads, Randy's sister, about the achievements of her brother and what it takes to keep his legacy alive. Fairy tales are not just stories – they are magical works of art that can shape children's understanding of the world. While some may be a little too intense or scary, fairy tales trigger cognition in young minds and allow for intense thinking skills at an early age. On Thursday, Marisa Dominic explains why every child should experience these stories. Whether you're watching TV, listening to a sports podcast, or on social media, there's a good chance you'll notice the increase in talk about women's basketball. What was once unnoticed by many is now a major player in the world of sports. On Friday, Layla Marie Greaves looks at the recent rise of women's professional and college basketball, and how this rise is positively impacting the younger generation.To wrap up today's podcast, Meital Kun examines cancel culture and how this practice both damages the exploration of ideas and endangers freedom of speech. Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening, stay warm, and have a great week.
School dances are not just about nights of fun – they also are about creating a dynamic school atmosphere. Sebastian Martinez explores how such events can allow students to be social, show school spirit, and unleash their creativity.
Sitcoms have long been a source of joy, nostalgia, and comfort for people of all ages, but what makes them so powerful? Olivia Chumsky looks at everything from the psychology of humor to the cultural impact of shows like Friends and The Office to explore why TV comedy holds such an important place in our lives.
. Find out what happens to Earth when a meteor collides with the moon – and what these three students have to say about author Susan Beth Pfeffer's vision of such a world.
Have you ever wanted your voice to be heard by millions? When you're a P.A. announcer, that wish comes true every game day. Stella Kreitzman talks to Alex Anthony about what it's like to be the voice of the Mets, the Jets and presently, the New York Islanders.
. Find out what happens to Earth when a meteor collides with the moon – and what these three students have to say about author Susan Beth Pfeffer's vision of such a world.Sitcoms have long been a source of joy, nostalgia, and comfort for people of all ages, but what makes them so powerful? On Thursday, Olivia Chumsky looks at everything from the psychology of humor to the cultural impact of shows like Friends and The Office to explore why TV comedy holds such an important place in our lives. School dances are not just about nights of fun – they also are about creating a dynamic school atmosphere. This Friday, Sebastian Martinez explores how such events can allow students to be social, show school spirit, and unleash their creativity. To wrap up today's podcast, here's Anuraag Anand's opinion piece on the morning shower – and why showers early in the day are better than those taken at night.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
AI in schools has sparked both excitement and concern, but can it truly transform the way students learn? Samarth Patel explains why AI is an important tool for improving learning experiences and why it should be embraced in the classroom.
Witnessing history is one thing. Living through it is another. Olivia Chumsky speaks with a witness to the tragedy of 9/11 about the impact that day had on his life and how those moments continue to shape him today.
The sneaker resale world is competitive, risky, and moves at a fast pace, but young sellers are finding ways to stand out. Anuraag Anand looks into the world of limited edition shoe reselling – and how a few teen entrepreneurs are turning a passion for sneakers into profit.
Have you ever been on a sports team or thought about being on one? Layla Marie Greaves explores both the physical and social benefits of sports – and how being on a team is an experience like no other.
It's Monday, September 8th, 2025 and welcome to the Back to School Edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Several times during the school year, we release a collection of student opinion pieces, stories, documentaries, and interviews. Our podcast is produced by members of the Podcasting and Film club – and is available on Soundcloud, as well as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Here's what's coming this week:Have you ever been on a sports team or thought about being on one? On Tuesday, Layla Marie Greaves explores both the physical and social benefits of sports – and how being on a team is an experience like no other.The sneaker resale world is competitive, risky, and moves at a fast pace, but young sellers are finding ways to stand out. This Wednesday, Anuraag Anand looks into the world of limited edition shoe reselling – and how a few teen entrepreneurs are turning a passion for sneakers into profit.Witnessing history is one thing. Living through it is another. On Thursday, Olivia Chumsky speaks with a witness to the tragedy of 9/11 about the impact that day had on his life and how those moments continue to shape him today.AI in schools has sparked both excitement and concern, but can it truly transform the way students learn? On Friday, Samarth Patel explains why AI is an important tool for improving learning experiences and why it should be embraced in the classroom.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in joining the club, or becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216. We conclude today's podcast with an encore presentation of our back to school advice episode – words of wisdom for new members of High School East from a few recent graduates.Welcome back to school everyone – and have a great year.
It's Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 and welcome back to the graduation edition of Hills Review. We begin today's final episode with Tyler Giambrone, who shares his appreciation for the help he received from the ladies in the testing room.Mikhail O'Garro recalls sophomore year and a snow-filled, team building workout during winter track practice.Next, Mark Kamel explains how dissecting a pickle and a pig in anatomy class provided one of the most memorable experiences he had at High School East.We conclude this series with Arden Sarner's account of how winning student of the month during her sophomore year helped pave the way to future success.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you're interested in contributing – and aren't graduating – see Mr. Beatty in room 216 in the fall.Thank you for listening – have a great summer – and best of luck to the Class of 2025! Congratulations Seniors!
It's Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 and welcome back to the graduation edition of Hills Review. In the days leading up to commencement, we're hearing reflections from this year's graduates.First, we hear from Harris Brown – and how he learned the value of a positive attitude after taking a music class that he was sure he'd hate.Kerry Yeung shares a story from sophomore year about how a regular fencing practice turned into an unexpected memorable moment.Next, Tristan Dicks recalls the challenges – and rewards – of high school chemistry.Finally, Jake Kugler talks about how fulfilling the challenge of AP Research turned out to be.Join us again tomorrow, as we hear more from this year's graduating seniors.
It's Monday, June 23rd, 2025 and welcome to the graduation edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.With commencement coming this week, we will hear from several members of the Class of 2025 as they look back on memorable moments from their time at High School East. We begin with Arbin Chowdhury and his story about AP Environmental class and the teamwork associated with the famous bubble lesson.Next, Ava Gugin, a member of Future Teachers of America, describes what it was like returning to her old elementary schools to teach.Up next, High School East football player Noah Chlap re-lives the moment when he ran back an interception in a playoff game that helped secure the Suffolk County Championship for the Red Hawks.Finally, Malakye Moss tells a whimsical tale of wearing several wigs to hide a rather extreme haircut he received freshman year.Join us again tomorrow, as we hear more from this year's graduating seniors.
Have you ever wanted to learn a new language? Do you like cartoons? If the answer to both of these questions is yes, you're in luck. Minnah Ahmad tells us why watching cartoons can be a pathway to language learning.
The physical and mental demands of orthopedic surgery make it one of the most difficult professions in all of medicine. Kaeri Mukora explores the profession – and the long, academically demanding path that one must take to reach this goal.
Dancing is a much loved form of expression, so it makes sense that many would want to pursue it as a career. However, with thousands of people auditioning for the same jobs, rejection is more common than success. Joshua Pollack talks to several dancers – from those just starting out to Radio City Rockettes – about the ups and downs of this profession.
The development of self-driving cars has advanced tremendously in the past few years, but is this a good thing? Sitabjo Bhowmick explores the negative aspects of this technology and explains why he thinks self-driving cars should be banned.
It's Monday, April 7th, 2025 and welcome to the spring edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.The development of self-driving cars has advanced tremendously in the past few years, but is this a good thing? On Tuesday, Sitabjo Bhowmick explores the negative aspects of this technology and explains why he thinks self-driving cars should be banned. Dancing is a much loved form of expression, so it makes sense that many would want to pursue it as a career. However, with thousands of people auditioning for the same jobs, rejection is more common than success. On Wednesday, Joshua Pollack talks to several dancers – from those just starting out to Radio City Rockettes – about the ups and downs of this profession.The physical and mental demands of orthopedic surgery make it one of the most difficult professions in all of medicine. On Thursday, Kaeri Mukora explores the long, academically demanding path that one must take to reach this goal.Have you ever wanted to learn a new language? Do you like cartoons? If the answer to both of these questions is yes, you're in luck. On Friday, Minnah Ahmad tells us why watching cartoons can be a pathway to language learning.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Extra credit can motivate students to go above and beyond – both in and out of the classroom. Extra credit can help students improve their mental health if they struggle with stress about grades. Given these facts, why isn't there more of it? April Stewart makes a case for more extra credit.
Interacting with others, joining new clubs, and encountering different situations can have an effect on an individual’s experience in high school. But are these the only influences? Sanaii Clyburn, Mercy Jean-Baptiste, and Adonis Tyrell ask students and staff at High School East whether or not they think parents have an effect on their children's high school experience.
The value of participation trophies has been questioned ever since the first one was handed out. Stella Kreitzman explains why these trophies do more harm than good and why they should not be awarded to kids.
While many actions have been taken by big business to combat climate change, some may question whether the efforts go far enough. Akash Shah looks at the challenges businesses face – and at proactive steps some companies are taking to address climate change.
It's Monday, March 3rd, 2025 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.While many actions have been taken by big business to combat climate change, some may question whether the efforts go far enough. On Tuesday, Akash Shah looks at the challenges businesses face – and at proactive steps some companies are taking to address climate change.The value of participation trophies has been questioned ever since the first one was handed out. On Wednesday, Stella Kreitzman explains why these trophies do more harm than good and why they should not be awarded to kids.Interacting with others, joining new clubs, and encountering different situations can have an effect on an individual’s experience in high school. But are these the only influences? On Thursday, Sanaii Clyburn, Mercy Jean-Baptiste, and Adonis Tyrell ask students and staff at High School East whether or not they think parents have an effect on their children's high school experience.Extra credit can motivate students to go above and beyond – both in and out of the classroom. Extra credit can help students improve their mental health if they struggle with stress about grades. Given these facts, why isn't there more of it? On Friday, April Stewart makes a case for more extra credit.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
If you're like most people, you love gathering with friends and family to watch the Super Bowl, but hate waking up early the next day. Dennis Manfredi makes the case that Super Bowl Monday should be declared a national holiday.
By studying, people give themselves the most likely chance of success. But what does it mean to study and what is the best method? Jordan Cador looks closely at a variety of evidence to figure out the most effective ways to study.
Many companies around the world test chemicals on innocent animals, often causing long-term harm or death. Darren Figueroa examines the many reasons why animal testing should be stopped.
Students face many challenges over the course of a day. But what is the biggest? Stella Kreitzman, Cody Peltzman, April Stewart, and Aviva Kramer ask the students and faculty of High School East to disclose what they think are the biggest challenges facing students.
It's Monday, February 3rd, 2025 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Students face many challenges over the course of a day. But what is the biggest? On Tuesday, Stella Kreitzman, Cody Peltzman, April Stewart, and Aviva Kramer ask the students and faculty of High School East to disclose what they think are the biggest challenges facing students. Many companies around the world test chemicals on innocent animals, often causing long-term harm or death. On Wednesday, Darren Figueroa examines the many reasons why animal testing should be stopped.By studying, people give themselves the most likely chance of success. But what does it mean to study and what is the best method? On Thursday, Jordan Cador looks closely at a variety of evidence to figure out the most effective ways to study. If you're like most people, you love gathering with friends and family to watch the Super Bowl, but hate waking up early the next day. On Friday, Dennis Manfredi makes the case that Super Bowl Monday should be declared a national holiday.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Some people believe that NIL (name, image, likeness) payments to college athletes are a good thing for the sport, while many others feel as though it has ruined amateur college athletics. With the college football playoffs currently taking place, Luke Schimel explains why he thinks the NIL should be banned.
Can posting content, watching short films, and interacting with others really be so harmful? With a potential banishment from US markets looming, Sanaii Clyburn takes time to explain why she doesn't think TikTok should be banned.
Creating a small business is more difficult than you think. Many different aspects that go into making a successful small business–and these often come with hardships. Julia Tilleli talks with small business owners to get a first-hand account of the steps necessary to becoming a business owner.
The use of the diabetes drug Ozempic weight-loss has proven to be quite controversial. Olivia Chumsky argues that its sole purpose should be for treating diabetes and that restricting Ozempic to diabetic patients is important for both health and ethical reasons.
It's Monday, January 6th, 2025. Happy New Year! and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.The use of the diabetes drug Ozempic weight-loss has proven to be quite controversial. On Tuesday, Olivia Chumsky argues that its sole purpose should be for treating diabetes and that restricting Ozempic to diabetic patients is important for both health and ethical reasons.Many different aspects that go into making a successful small business–and these often come with hardships. On Wednesday, Julia Tilleli talks with small business owners to get a first-hand account of the steps necessary to becoming a business owner.Can posting content, watching short films, and interacting with others really be so harmful? With a potential banishment from US markets looming, Sanaii Clyburn takes time this Thursday to explain why she doesn't think TikTok should be banned.Some people believe that NIL (name, image, likeness) payments to college athletes are a good thing for the sport, while many others feel as though it has ruined amateur college athletics. With the college football playoffs currently taking place, Luke Schimel explains this Friday why he thinks the NIL should be banned.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
David Benioff's novel City of Thieves is a 2008 coming of age historical fiction novel set in Russia during World War II. Join Joseph Masalin and Darren Figueroa for this book talk.
Concussions are a brain injury that results from serious head trauma, leaving the brain in a state of shock. Remi Asghar goes beyond clinical analysis to look at the personal impact this injury has on the lives of high school athletes.
There are over 3 million registered artists on Spotify and everyone has their favorite. Joshua Pollack and Ambika Mathura travel the halls of High School East to find out which artists are the most popular.
Group work is a collaborative effort where individuals come together to achieve common goals. Jordan Cador talks about the positive impact group work can have when it comes to teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication.
It's Monday, December 2nd, 2024 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Group work is a collaborative effort where individuals come together to achieve common goals. On Tuesday, Jordan Cador talks about the positive impact group work can have when it comes to teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication. There are over 3 million registered artists on Spotify and everyone has their favorite. Joshua Pollack and Ambika Mathura travel the halls of High School East this Wednesday to find out which artists are the most popular.Concussions are a brain injury that results from serious head trauma, leaving the brain in a state of shock. On Thursday, Remi Asghar goes beyond clinical analysis to look at the personal impact this injury has on the lives of high school athletes.David Benioff's novel City of Thieves is a 2008 coming of age historical fiction novel set in Russia during World War II. Join Joseph Masalin and Darren Figueroa on Friday for our final book talk of the year.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
It's no secret that phone use in school is a controversial topic. Should they be allowed or should they be banned? Ally Fass, Sloane Meyers, Emily Heller, and Jenna Dankner ask members of the High School East community their thoughts on phone jail.
In a society where communication is key, children growing up with non-english speaking parents face incredible challenges. Jeremiah Cesaire takes a close look at the impact having such responsibility can have on kids.
"Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive." These are just a few words that have been used to discuss Robert Greene's best-selling book: The 48 Laws of Power. Jayden Muniz and Akash Shah discuss the book's most interesting ideas and try to determine just how seriously one should take these laws.
Each year, the beauty industry generates over five-hundred billion dollars worth of revenue. Its impact is widespread, however, the influence it has isn’t always a positive one. Ambika Mathura explores the negative effects the beauty industry has on women.
It's Monday, November 4th, 2024 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Each year, the beauty industry generates over five-hundred billion dollars worth of revenue. Its impact is widespread, however, the influence it has isn’t always a positive one. This Tuesday, Ambika Mathura explores the negative effects the beauty industry has on women."Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive." These are just a few words that have been used to discuss Robert Greene's best-selling book: The 48 Laws of Power. On Wednesday, Jayden Muniz and Akash Shah discuss the book's most interesting ideas and try to determine just how seriously one should take these laws.In a society where communication is key, children growing up with non-english speaking parents face incredible challenges. This Thursday, Jeremiah Cesaire takes a close look at the impact having such responsibility can have on kids.It's no secret that phone use in school is a controversial topic. Should they be allowed or should they be banned? This Friday, Ally Fass, Sloane Meyers, Emily Heller, and Jenna Dankner ask members of the High School East community their thoughts on phone jail.We conclude this week's podcast with exciting news. Naomi Myers, a 2024 graduate of High School East, and a contributor to Hills Review, had her podcast, entitled: End Hair Discrimination, place in two national podcasting competitions. Naomi was one of ten finalists in the National Public Radio Student Podcast Challenge and was a runner-up in the New York Times Student Podcast Competition. Keep listening for an encore presentation of the podcast.Congratulations Naomi!Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Artificial intelligence has gained much popularity in recent years. With this increased attention, there has been debate regarding the positive and negative effects of AI. Oddly, it seems that these debates rarely involve the wisdom of tech professionals. Joseph Masalin examines AI with the help of members of the IT community.
Derived from the classic tale of Alice and Wonderland, Heartless tells the story of how a normal kid was transformed into the notorious Queen of Hearts. This Thursday, Eden Banks and Sloane Meyers discuss Marissa Meyer's #1 New York Times bestseller.
College, although a choice, is important in order to achieve well paying jobs and opportunities. However, the price of tuition for college is a factor that limits many. Julia Tilleli looks at why colleges should lower their costs.
Emmy award winning producer Beth Pearlman has spent her life overseeing a variety of projects for a variety of networks, including: CBS, The Food Network, Discovery and The Hallmark Channel. Joshua Pollack talks to Pearlman about her experiences in TV and maintaining a work-life balance.
It's Monday, October 7th, 2024 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Emmy award winning producer Beth Pearlman has spent her life overseeing a variety of projects for a variety of networks, including: CBS, The Food Network, Discovery and The Hallmark Channel. On Tuesday, Joshua Pollack talks to Pearlman about her experiences in TV and maintaining a work-life balance.College, although a choice, is important in order to achieve well paying jobs and opportunities. However, the price of tuition for college is a factor that limits many. On Wednesday, Julia Tilleli looks at why colleges should lower their costs. Derived from the classic tale of Alice and Wonderland, Heartless tells the story of how a normal kid was transformed into the notorious Queen of Hearts. This Thursday, Eden Banks and Sloane Meyers discuss Marissa Meyer's #1 New York Times bestseller. Artificial intelligence has gained much popularity in recent years. With this increased attention, there has been debate regarding the positive and negative effects of AI. Oddly, it seems that these debates rarely involve the wisdom of tech professionals. On Friday, Joseph Masalin examines AI with the help of members of the IT community.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell a friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
While it might seem like your time in high school will last forever, it will, one day, come to an end. On Friday, Remi Asghar recalls how early in his athletic career his coach shared some advice that has helped put his time at High School East into perspective.
Joshua Pollack, a board member of the Amnesty Club at High School East, takes time on Thursday to talk about a trip he took with the club to raise money in the Students Rebuild Challenge. During the trip, circumstances required Joshua to adapt to his surroundings and to change plans to produce the results he'd hoped for.
Eventually, we all come across difficult tasks and challenging obstacles. On Wednesday, Ari Abelard, a member of the High School East track team, talks about what it was like facing a serious opponent for the first time--and what it took to succeed.
On Tuesday, Ambika Mathura reflects on the transition from middle school to high school – a time when many students start to take more rigorous courses and spend more time studying. Join Ambika as she describes her showdown with a high school geometry test–and how she learned from failure.
It's Monday, September 9th, 2024 and welcome to the September edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.At the start of each month during the school year, we release a collection of student opinion pieces, stories, documentaries, and interviews. Our podcast is produced by members of the Podcasting and Film club – and is available on Soundcloud, as well as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.This week, we'll be hearing from several members of the class of 2025 who have stories and advice to share with the underclassmen, particularly those new to High School East.On Tuesday, Ambika Mathura reflects on the transition from middle school to high school – a time when many students start to take more rigorous courses and spend more time studying. Join Ambika as she describes her showdown with a high school geometry test–and how she learned from failure.Eventually, we all come across difficult tasks and challenging obstacles. On Wednesday, Ari Abelard, a member of the High School East track team, talks about what it was like facing a serious opponent for the first time–and what it took to succeed.Joshua Pollack, a board member of the Amnesty Club at High School East, takes time on Thursday to talk about a trip he took with the club to raise money in the Students Rebuild Challenge. During the trip, circumstances required Joshua to adapt to his surroundings and to change plans to produce the results he'd hoped for.While it might seem like your time in high school will last forever, it will, one day, come to an end. On Friday, Remi Asghar recalls how early in his athletic career his coach shared some advice that has helped put his time at High School East into perspective.Time can be a very challenging thing to manage. Spending your time to be more efficient can make an impactful difference and can lead to a less stressful life overall. It is much more important to use your time to be more efficient, rather than spending your time procrastinating. Right now, Joseph Masalin will provide you all with a story from his own high school experiences to provide insightful advice on how to manage your own time to work more efficiently.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Welcome back to school – and have a great week.
It's Friday, June 14th, 2024 and welcome to this special edition of Hills Review. All this week we're hearing reflections from this year's graduates.We begin today's final segment with Andi Rallo, who reflects on the magic of the varsity soccer senior night.Next, Bisman Bedi describes what it was like getting up at 4:30 in the morning to make it to this year's senior sunrise.Finally, in the last segment of our special edition, Maya Sow remembers the first time she was able to cheer for High School East – and recalls the intense school spirit and joy of being a part of a great team.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you're interested in contributing – and aren't graduating – see Mr. Beatty in room 216 in the fall.Thank you for listening – and the best of luck to the Class of 2024! Congratulations Seniors!
It's Thursday, June 13th, 2024 and welcome to this special edition of Hills Review. All this week we're hearing reflections from this year's graduates.Today, we begin with Rose Azmoudeh – one of HS East's best basketball players – as she reflects on a rematch with one of HS East's biggest rivalsNext, Emily Brice, a member of several High School East theater presentations, reflects on the fear of tryouts, the rigors of performing, and the thrill of being part of the show.To conclude today's segment, Justin Genatt talks about how much he loved his sports management class field trip to Citi Field – even if he is a Yankee fan.Join us again tomorrow, as we hear more from this year's graduating seniors.
It's Wednesday, June 12th, 2024 and welcome to this special edition of Hills Review. All this week we're hearing reflections from this year's graduates.Right now, Sydney Briller talks about the first time she took part in Students Rebuild – and how she and her classmates helped raise money to help those in need around the world.Next, we'll hear from Oliver Gilfillan, a top golfer at East, about what it was like mentally preparing for the conference championships. Finally, Jayme Simon talks about the impact the junior prom had on her – how it helped develop strong friendships and fulfilled a dream years in the making.Join us again tomorrow, as we hear more from this year's graduating seniors.
It's Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 and welcome to this special edition of Hills Review. All week long we're hearing reflections from this year's graduates.The first story we'll hear today comes from Ayush Desai. For him, making the choice between art and music wasn't an easy one, but ultimately, the choice he made was the right one.This year's graduates were all freshmen when COVID interrupted everything. Here, Eleni Augoustiniatos reflects on how great it was to finally be able to participate in STEM clubs – in particular the Science Olympiad – once restrictions were lifted.In today's final segment, Meredith Bodie – a three season athlete – describes her love of playing soccer in the fall, basketball in the winter, and track in the spring.Join us again tomorrow, as we hear more from this year's graduating seniors.
It's Monday, June 10th, 2024 and welcome to this special graduation edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.As they eagerly await their future, several members of the Class of 2024 take time to glance back at the highlights of their time at High School East. Each day, we'll hear from three seniors. We begin with Alan Frankiewicz. Alan was a soccer player at East. Here, he reflects on his last home varsity soccer game, on senior night and the emotions of a good end to a rough season.Next, Tyler Varlack shares a story about traveling with the High School East band to a competition at Hershey Park in Pennsylvania. In today's final installment, Elias Floropoulos talks about getting his chance to play on the football team – and realizing that hard work really does pay off.Join us again tomorrow, as we hear more from this year's graduating seniors.
Chess is a timeless board game that challenges the mind like no other game on the planet can. While it used to be reserved for kings, chess is starting to spread to people from all walks of life. Justin Rimpel looks at how chess is becoming more popular and why you should try it.
As A.I. technology improves, people are starting to wonder: is it good or bad for the future? Some say it brings efficiency and innovation, while others worry about loss of jobs and ethical issues. We asked members of the High School East community to share their thoughts on A.I.
In this month's book talk, Khaled Alafifi, Aayush Prakash, Arnav Singh, and Justin Rimpel discuss Stephen King's horror classic: Misery. Join them as they analyze the story and take a close look at how it mirrors the author's life.
Hair discrimination pushes a standard of beauty onto black women that makes them feel inadequate and uncomfortable with the hair that grows out of their own head. Naomi Myers reveals how prevalent hair discrimination is, and shares several stories in order to help bring this practice to an end.
It's Monday, May 6th, 2024 and welcome to the May edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Hair discrimination pushes a standard of beauty onto black women that makes them feel inadequate and uncomfortable with the hair that grows out of their own head. This Tuesday, Naomi Myers reveals how prevalent hair discrimination is, and shares several stories in order to help bring this practice to an end.In this month's book talk, Khaled Alafifi, Aayush Prakash, Arnav Singh, and Justin Rimpel discuss Stephen King's horror classic: Misery. Join them on Wednesday as they analyze the story and take a close look at how it mirrors the author's life.As A.I. technology improves, people are starting to wonder: is it good or bad for the future? Some say it brings efficiency and innovation, while others worry about loss of jobs and ethical issues. On Thursday, we ask members of the High School East community to share their thoughts on A.I.Chess is a timeless board game that challenges the mind like no other game on the planet can. While it used to be reserved for kings, chess is starting to spread to people from all walks of life. This Friday, Justin Rimpel looks at how chess is becoming more popular and why you should try it.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
For many students, the idea of continuing straight through from high school to college is too much. For them, a gap year is just what is needed. But is it a good idea? We ask students around High School East to share their thoughts on taking a gap year.
Students all over the world are becoming accustomed to an increased use of technology in the classroom. Joseph Masalin makes the case for the continued implementation of technology in schools, and explains the positive effects of tech on students and staff.
Many people don’t think about how they are being affected by social media and other online social platforms. Ava Krasin takes time to speak with a social worker and marketing major to shed some light on the impact of our time online.
Many students don't take the time to realize how important sleep is in our lives. Darren Figueroa speaks about his experiences with sleep and how it connects to his performance in school–and his overall mood.
It's Monday, April 1st, 2024 and welcome to the April edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Many students don't take the time to realize how important sleep is in our lives. On Tuesday, Darren Figueroa speaks about his experiences with sleep and how it connects to his performance in school–and his overall mood.Many people don’t think about how they are being affected by social media and other online social platforms. Ava Krasin takes time on Wednesday to speak with a social worker and marketing major to shed some light on the impact of our time online.Students all over the world are becoming accustomed to an increased use of technology in the classroom. This Thursday, Joseph Masalin makes the case for the continued implementation of technology in schools, and explains the positive effects of tech on students and staff.For many students, the idea of continuing straight through from high school to college is too much. For them, a gap year is just what is needed. But is it a good idea? This Friday, we ask students around High School East to share their thoughts on taking a gap year. Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
The Little Prince is a deceptively complex children's book that has enlightened readers since it was written in 1943. Ella Woods, Savannah Fine, William Santiago, and Amir Hussein sit down to discuss and interpret this classic novella.
Jaiden Muniz takes a look at the role teachers play in society and makes the case that teachers actually get paid very little for the amount of work their job requires of them.
Each school subject resonates differently with everyone, and we all find each subject to have varying degrees of enjoyment. Joseph Masalin and Darren Figueroa ask students and staff what is their favorite subject and why?
The decision to change your entire life by moving to a new country can be a challenging one. In this feature, Arnav Singh talks with immigrants to the United States about why they decided to move here and what it has been like adapting to American culture while trying to hold on to their original identities.
It's Monday, March 4th, 2024 and welcome to the March edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.The decision to change your entire life by moving to a new country can be a challenging one. This Tuesday, Arnav Singh talks with immigrants to the United States about why they decided to move here and what it has been like adapting to American culture while trying to hold on to their original identities.Each school subject resonates differently with everyone, and we all find each subject to have varying degrees of enjoyment. On Wednesday, Joseph Masalin and Darren Figueroa ask students and staff what is their favorite subject and why? This Thursday, Jaiden Muniz takes a look at the role teachers play in society and makes the case that teachers actually get paid very little for the amount of work their job requires of them.The Little Prince is a deceptively complex children's book that has enlightened readers since it was written in 1943. On Friday, Ella Woods, Savannah Fine, William Santiago, and Amir Hussein sit down to discuss and interpret this classic novella.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening and have a great week.
The Mets are a baseball team that often gets overshadowed by that other baseball team in New York. While people love rooting for winning teams, many have a soft spot for the underdog. With spring training only a few weeks away, Nathan Glick takes time to look at what it's like to be among some of the most passionate fans in baseball.
Many seniors and their parents are stressed about how they are going to pay for college. Jolie Blumberg discusses different solutions that could help reduce the cost of school – and reduce the stress that goes with paying for higher education.
A climate refugee is someone who has to flee their home due to climate change. Unfortunately, climate refugees legally don't qualify as refugees and therefore don't receive aid and protection. Ambika Mathura discusses why climate refugees should be legally classified as refugees.
To mark the beginning of the year, the AP Art History class of 2024 continued the long tradition of installation art at High School East. Becca Hochman, a member of the class, gives us an inside look at the project, which is entitled 'Blank Canvas'.
It's Monday, February 5th, 2024 and welcome to the February edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.To mark the beginning of the year, the AP Art History class of 2024 continued the long tradition of installation art at High School East. On Tuesday, Becca Hochman, a member of the class, gives us an inside look at the project, which is entitled 'Blank Canvas'.A climate refugee is someone who has to flee their home due to climate change. Unfortunately, climate refugees legally don't qualify as refugees and therefore don't receive aid and protection. On Wednesday, Ambika Mathura discusses why climate refugees should be legally classified as refugees. Many seniors and their parents are stressed about how they are going to pay for college. On Thursday, Jolie Blumberg discusses different solutions that could help reduce the cost of school – and reduce the stress that goes with paying for higher education.The Mets are a baseball team that often gets overshadowed by that other baseball team in New York. While people love rooting for winning teams, many have a soft spot for the underdog. With spring training only a few weeks away, Nathan Glick takes time on Friday to look at what it's like to be among some of the most passionate fans in baseball.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Senior Experience is a unique 12th grade class designed for students who are looking for a real-world approach to English and Social Studies. This course fulfills the senior year requirement for both subjects, provides an opportunity for real-world internship experience, and is weighted as an honors course.Course selection for senior year is happening over the next few days. To sign up for Senior Experience, be sure to tell your English and Social Studies teachers NOW so they can recommend you.
The economic downturn of 2008 devastated Americans at a level not seen since the Great Depression. In this feature podcast, Ryan Parkes looks at past and present economic signs that can help people prepare for any recession that might occur.
In this month's book talk, Naomi Myers and Zaccai Wright discuss the thought provoking non-fiction book: Whistling Vivaldi. This book details social psychologist Claude Steele's research and groundbreaking findings on stereotypes and identity.
Many kids feel like they have to go to a good college in order to make themselves and the people around them proud. Eden Banks looks at how this pressure can affect kids in a negative way–and discusses ways to fix this problem.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a successful blog? Nicole Vezzi talks to two bloggers – one focused on sports and the other on fashion – about the skills and strategies required to build a successful online presence.
It's Monday, January 1st, 2024. Happy New Year! – and welcome to the January edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a successful blog? On Tuesday, Nicole Vezzi talks to two bloggers – one focused on sports and the other on fashion – about the skills and strategies required to build a successful online presence.Many kids feel like they have to go to a good college in order to make themselves and the people around them proud. On Wednesday, Eden Banks looks at how this pressure can affect kids in a negative way–and discusses ways to fix this problem.This month's book talk takes place on Thursday, with Naomi Myers and Zaccai Wright discussing the thought provoking non-fiction book: Whistling Vivaldi. This book details social psychologist Claude Steele's research and groundbreaking findings on stereotypes and identity.The economic downturn of 2008 devastated Americans at a level not seen since the Great Depression. On Friday, Ryan Parkes looks at past and present economic signs that can help people prepare for any recession that might occur.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.To receive notifications about future episodes, follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Thanks for listening – and have a great week.
Imagine waking up one day to find that you can no longer walk, talk, or even think straight. This is the reality for thousands of people suffering from Lyme disease, a silent and often misdiagnosed epidemic. Sascha Fraum looks at the impact of this misunderstood–and dangerous–ailment.
What is the best way to address phones in class? Ayman Hassan discusses appropriate consequences for phone usage in the classroom, alternatives to a “phone jail”, and why students should be allowed to keep their phones with them during class time.
Sydney Steinfeld, Sascha Fraum, and Phybe Nadboy sit down for this month's book talk. They'll be discussing Colleen Hoover's romance novel It Starts With Us, the highly anticipated sequel to the best-seller It Ends With Us.
Only 7% of high school athletes go on to play a varsity sport in college. Alan Frankiewicz talks to High School East alum Joseph Addae. Addae, who plays soccer at Farmingdale State University, will discuss his journey and the mindset needed to succeed in college sports.
It's Monday, December 4th, 2023 and welcome to the December edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Only 7% of high school athletes go on to play a varsity sport in college. On Tuesday, Alan Frankiewicz talks to High School East alum Joseph Addae. Addae, who plays soccer at Farmingdale State University, will discuss his journey and the mindset needed to succeed in college sports. On Wednesday, Sydney Steinfeld, Sascha Fraum, and Phybe Nadboy sit down for this month's book talk. They'll be discussing Colleen Hoover's romance novel It Starts With Us, the highly anticipated sequel to the best-seller It Ends With Us.What is the best way to address phones in class? On Thursday, Ayman Hassan discusses appropriate consequences for phone usage in the classroom, alternatives to a “phone jail”, and why students should be allowed to keep their phones with them during class time.Imagine waking up one day to find that you can no longer walk, talk, or even think straight. This is the reality for thousands of people suffering from Lyme disease, a silent and often misdiagnosed epidemic. On Friday, Sascha Fraum looks at the impact of this misunderstood–and dangerous–ailment.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
When was the last time you read a physical book? While the length of time seems to grow longer as technology replaces the use of hard copies, the popularity of screens does not confirm their superiority to paper books. Allie Lerner encourages you to put down the screens and pick up a book.
When you strive for a dream, create goals, and plan it out, failure isn’t what you hope for. However, it is a possibility and shouldn’t be feared. Zach Jeon explores how understanding and learning from failure can be a key part in the path to greatness.
What does it take to be a winner? Find out when Jack Moss talks to seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry. Horry, who played for the Rockets, Lakers, Spurs, and Suns during his 16-year NBA career, shares his thoughts on his time in the league and what it was like playing alongside some of the greatest basketball players in history.
It's Monday, November 6th, 2023 and welcome to the November edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.What does it take to be a winner? Find out this Tuesday when Jack Moss talks to seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry. Horry, who played for the Rockets, Lakers, Spurs, and Suns during his 16-year NBA career, shares his thoughts on his time in the league and what it was like playing alongside some of the greatest basketball players in history.When you strive for a dream, create goals, and plan it out, failure isn’t what you hope for. However, it is a possibility and shouldn’t be feared. This Wednesday, Zach Jeon explores how understanding and learning from failure can be a key part in the path to greatness. When was the last time you read a physical book? While the length of time seems to grow longer as technology replaces the use of hard copies, the popularity of screens does not confirm their superiority to paper books. This Friday, Allie Lerner encourages you to put down the screens and pick up a book.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Everyone collects things, whether you realize it or not. Even if you don't have anything to put on display, you collect thoughts and memories throughout your entire existence. Jalen Griffiths takes a closer look at the role mementos play in people's lives.
Jack Goldfried, Ayman Hassan and Hamza Siddique discuss Khaled Hosseini's realistic fiction novel: A Thousand Splendid Suns. The novel is a mother-daughter story and the second novel by the author of The Kite Runner.
Asiya Hasanoff speaks with her grandmother, Maghfrat Tursonzadah who, as a housewife and a mom of four, became a refugee in the early 80s after the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan.
Jessica Loewy explores the benefits of physical exercise. In this opinion piece, she argues that exercise not only helps physical health, but also improves self esteem, mental health and overall well being.
It's Monday, October 2nd, 2023 and welcome to the October edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.This Tuesday, Jessica Loewy explores the benefits of physical exercise. In this opinion piece, she argues that exercise not only helps physical health, but also improves self esteem, mental health and overall well being. On Wednesday, Asiya Hasanoff speaks with her grandmother, Maghfrat Tursonzadah who, as a housewife and a mom of four, became a refugee in the early 80s after the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan.On Thursday, Jack Goldfried, Ayman Hassan and Hamza Siddique discuss Khaled Hosseini's realistic fiction novel: A Thousand Splendid Suns. The novel is a mother-daughter story and the second novel by the author of The Kite Runner.Everyone collects things, whether you realize it or not. Even if you don't have anything to put on display, you collect thoughts and memories throughout your entire existence. This Friday, Jalen Griffiths takes a closer look at the role mementos play in people's lives.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Conducted by Mr. Belanich, the Half Hollow Hills Cross Campus Wind Ensemble is an award-winning ensemble composed of the best of the best of High School East and High School West band students. This Friday, Allie Lerner explores the ensemble's origins and the achievements of the group.
Student Athletes put a tremendous amount of time and effort into their sport. With the help of their coaches and teammates, this experience helps build character. On Thursday, Anthony Giacoponello looks at the varsity boys and girls soccer teams and how they not only build successful programs, but also develop strong individuals.
Have you ever watched a movie where a student falls asleep in class? Ever read a book where the main character is always spacing out in school? This can be due to a lack of sleep, something that affects students in the real world every day. This Wednesday, Justin Rimpel looks at why so many high schoolers come to school absolutely exhausted–and the best way to solve this problem.
The terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001 affected many people in tragic ways. Sally Hassanein, who works for the US Attorney’s Office in Manhattan and speaks both English and Arabic, was a translator during the interrogation of the suspects. This Tuesday, she speaks with Amir Hussein, about her experience.
It's Monday, September 11th, 2023and welcome to the September edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
At the start of each month during the school year, we release an assortment of student opinion pieces, stories, documentaries, and interviews. Our podcast is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking club – and is available on Soundcloud, as well as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Here's what's coming up this week:
The terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001 affected many people in tragic ways. Sally Hassanein, who works for the US Attorney’s Office in Manhattan and speaks both English and Arabic, was a translator during the interrogation of the suspects. This Tuesday, she speaks with Amir Hussein, about her experience.
Have you ever watched a movie where a student falls asleep in class? Ever read a book where the main character is always spacing out in school? This can be due to a lack of sleep, something that affects students in the real world every day. This Wednesday, Justin Rimpel looks at why so many high schoolers come to school absolutely exhausted–and the best way to solve this problem.
Student Athletes put a tremendous amount of time and effort into their sport. With the help of their coaches and teammates, this experience helps build character. On Thursday, Anthony Giacoponello looks at the varsity boys and girls soccer teams and how they not only build successful programs, but also develop strong individuals.
Conducted by Mr. Belanich, the Half Hollow Hills Cross Campus Wind Ensemble is an award-winning ensemble composed of the best of the best of High School East and High School West band students. This Friday, Allie Lerner explores the ensemble's origins and the achievements of the group.
Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.
If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show.
Welcome back to school – and have a great week.
Should teens be able to make all of their own decisions? Saul Adum looks at reasons why kids in high school should have a larger degree of autonomy.
For this month's book talk, join Mason Kappel, Michael Ragusa, Jack Zaremsky, and Cole Manus as they discuss Gary Paulsen's survival and adventure novel – Hatchet.
Almost everyone would love to be able to travel throughout time. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Jalen Griffiths, John Rosloniec and Justin Roberts find out what members of High School East would do with such a super power.
Savannah Fine talks with her father Zac Fine–a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to everything from commercials and trailers, to live events like Minecraft's Minecon Live and Shark Week. They'll discuss what it's like to bring life to some of the most iconic brands and characters in pop culture.
It's Monday, June 5th, 2023 and welcome to the June edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.On Tuesday, Savannah Fine talks with her father Zac Fine–a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to everything from commercials and trailers, to live events like Minecraft's Minecon Live and Shark Week. They'll discuss what it's like to bring life to some of the most iconic brands and characters in pop culture.Almost everyone would love to be able to travel throughout time. On Wednesday, Jalen Griffiths, John Rosloniec and Justin Roberts find out what members of High School East would do with such a super power.On Thursday, join Mason Kappel, Michael Ragusa, Jack Zaremsky, and Cole Manus as they discuss Gary Paulsen's survival and adventure novel – Hatchet.Should teens be able to make all of their own decisions? On Friday, Saul Adum looks at reasons why kids in high school should have a larger degree of autonomy.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great summer!
People around the world are getting excited for this weekend's Kentucky Derby. Jessica Lowey talks with Todd Pletcher, an American thoroughbred horse trainer who has had two horses win the Derby – and whose horse Forte is this year's odds on favorite. Mr Pletcher will discuss his methods and the emotions that he feels before, during and after the big race.
Does high school prepare you to learn and navigate the real world after graduation? Asiya Hasanoff and Gabrielle Everette ask Hills East students what classes they think should be added to make learning more practical.
Join Rudy Von Bartesch and Jack Grauer as they discuss S.E. Hinton's classic: The Outsiders. This book talk provides an in-depth look at the world of the struggling greasers and their wealthy enemies – the socs. The conversation also examines what it is that gives this book its timeless appeal.
There is debate about whether listening to audiobooks is as good as reading a book. Arnav Singh looks at the advantage that audiobooks have over their paper cousins.
It's Monday, May 1st, 2023 and welcome to the May edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.There is debate about whether listening to audiobooks is as good as reading a book. This Tuesday, Arnav Singh looks at the advantage that audiobooks have over their paper cousins.This Wednesday, join Rudy Von Bartesch and Jack Grauer as they discuss S.E. Hinton's classic: The Outsiders. This book talk provides an in-depth look at the world of the struggling greasers and their wealthy enemies – the socs. The conversation also examines what it is that gives this book its timeless appeal.Does high school prepare you to learn and navigate the real world after graduation? This Thursday, Asiya Hasanoff and Gabrielle Everette ask Hills East students what classes they think should be added to make learning more practical.People around the world are getting excited for this weekend's Kentucky Derby. On Friday, Jessica Lowey talks with Todd Pletcher, an American thoroughbred horse trainer who has had two horses win the Derby – and whose horse Forte is this year's odds on favorite. Mr Pletcher will discuss his methods and the emotions that he feels before, during and after the big race.There are a few additional announcements this month. Students are invited to submit films to the 2023 High School East Student Film Festival. Submissions are due no later than May 11th – see Mr. Beatty for details. For those interested in attending the festival, it will be held on Thursday, May 25th at 2:15 in the Lecture Hall. Tickets are available from Film and Podcasting Club members – and at the door.Hills Review is proud to announce that Tyler Wenczl was honored in the Suffolk County Community College high school media competition. There were two categories for audio production: best news podcast and best PSA – and Tyler won BOTH!Keep listening to hear the story entitled: Time Between Classes, followed by the PSA for Students Against Destructive Decisions.Congratulations Tyler on your award winning podcasts!
What is the life of a musician really like? Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music.
The start time of school is ridiculous. Starting class so early causes sleep deprivation and can lead to exhaustion and a decline in grades. Nathan Glick, Jack Simon, Saul Adum traveled the halls to see if students and teachers think the school start time is fair.
While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. In this feature podcast, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and losing.
When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." In this opinion piece, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues.
It's Monday, April 3rd, 2023 and welcome to the April edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." On Tuesday, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues.What is the life of a musician really like? This Wednesday, Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music. While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. This Thursday, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and losing.The start time of school is ridiculous. Starting class so early causes sleep deprivation and can lead to exhaustion and a decline in grades. This Friday, Nathan Glick, Jack Simon, Saul Adum traveled the halls to see if students and teachers think the school start time is fair.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Oftentimes, music is used to tune out the world around us. But can music help us focus while studying? Allie Lerner and Justin Rimpel ask High School East students and teachers whether they think listening to music is beneficial to studying, and if so, what kind of music allows for the most focus while doing so.
With the establishment of the New York Islanders in 1972, a fanbase was born – one that started as a community and went on to become a family. In this podcast, Benjamin Messinger gives us an insider's look at what it is to be an Islander fan.
In this book talk, Rachel Neuman and Deanna DeVilla discuss Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson. This murder-mystery novel is a sequel to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. The plot follows Pip: a young girl who, after solving a mystery in her hometown, finds herself stuck in another investigation when someone close to her goes missing.
Carrie Berk has a lifetime’s worth of accomplishments at the young age of twenty. She has written twenty-one books, including the series The Cupcake Club and Carrie’s Chronicles which focuses on empowerment through style and positivity. In this interview, Lindsay Weinfeld talks to Carrie about her work and how social media has impacted her success.
It's Monday, March 6th, 2023 and welcome to the March edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Carrie Berk has a lifetime’s worth of accomplishments at the young age of twenty. She has written twenty-one books, including the series The Cupcake Club and Carrie’s Chronicles which focuses on empowerment through style and positivity. On Tuesday, Lindsay Weinfeld talks to Carrie about her work and how social media has impacted her success.On Wednesday, Rachel Neuman and Deanna DeVilla discuss Good Girl, Bad Blood by Holly Jackson. This murder-mystery novel is a sequel to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. The plot follows Pip: a young girl who, after solving a mystery in her hometown, finds herself stuck in another investigation when someone close to her goes missing.With the establishment of the New York Islanders in 1972, a fanbase was born – one that started as a community and went on to become a family. This Thursday, Benjamin Messinger gives us an insider's look at what it is to be an Islander fan.Oftentimes, music is used to tune out the world around us. But can music help us focus while studying? This Friday, Allie Lerner and Justin Rimpel ask High School East students and teachers whether they think listening to music is beneficial to studying, and if so, what kind of music allows for the most focus while doing so.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great week.
Ever since the film The Matrix, the idea of living in a simulation has fascinated people. In this month's Students in the Hall, Aayush Prakash, Khaled Alafifi, and Arnav Singh ask students and teachers at High School East whether they would choose a true reality or simulation perfection.
Wouldn't it be nice if your hobby was your job? For many passionate people, online streaming makes this dream a reality. On Thursday, Luke Mallon looks at what it takes to turn a passion into a successful online presence – and possibly a career.
In this month's book talk, Tyler Grobman, Sam Goldberg, and Jacob Erdheim discuss Walter Dean Myers' Invasion. This discussion features a story set in World War II during the Normandy invasion and depicts the terror of war and the impact it has on the mind of those young men involved.
Video games get a bad reputation, certainly among teachers and parents. However, there are some who believe that digital entertainment can help kids better understand complex ideas at younger ages. In this podcast, Chase Bryant argues that while physical sports and games are fun, video games have much more to offer.
It's Monday, February 6th, 2023 and welcome to the February edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Video games get a bad reputation, certainly among teachers and parents. But there are some who believe that digital entertainment can help kids better understand complex ideas at younger ages. On Tuesday, Chase Bryant argues that while physical sports and games are fun, video games have much more to offer. On Wednesday, Tyler Grobman, Sam Goldberg, and Jacob Erdheim discuss Walter Dean Myers' – Invasion. This month's book talk features a story set in World War II during the Normandy invasion and depicts the terror of war – and the impact it has on the mind of those young men involved.Wouldn't it be nice if your hobby was your job? For many passionate people, online streaming makes this dream a reality. On Thursday, Luke Mallon looks at what it takes to turn a passion into a successful online presence – and possibly a career.Ever since the film The Matrix, the idea of living in a simulation has fascinated people. This Friday, Aayush Prakash, Khaled Alafifi, and Arnav Singh ask students and teachers at High School East whether they would choose a true reality or simulation perfection. Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening – and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
When you enter the workforce, you learn that commuting isn’t always easy. Delays, traffic, and long distances become part of everyday life. Students at High School East face similar problems every day, however, we are only given five minutes to get where we're going. Tyler Wenczl takes a close look at passing time between classes – and whether we need more.
There are many factors that determine whether or not a country is great: economic strength, political stability, and dedication to freedoms and liberties. In this month's Students in the Hall, Ayman Hassan, Jack Goldfried, Hamza Siddique, and Sean Manoff asked members of High School East to critique their own country with the question: Why is America the best country?
“What do you want to be when you grow up” is a question we have all been asked. While some people know instantly what they want to spend the rest of their lives doing, many do not. In this feature, Meghan Mahoney examines whether or not it's a good idea to make important life decisions while you're still in high school.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to share your birthday with a major holiday? While most would expect the occasion to be cheerful and exciting, the reality of having a holiday birthday can make it difficult to enjoy your special day. Kendall Palmer discusses the hidden truth behind being born on a holiday and whether it’s a blessing or a burden.
It's Monday, January 2nd, 2023. Happy New Year and welcome to the January edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Have you ever wondered what it would be like to share your birthday with a major holiday? While most would expect the occasion to be cheerful and exciting, the reality of having a holiday birthday can make it difficult to enjoy your special day. On Tuesday, Kendall Palmer discusses the hidden truth behind being born on a holiday and whether it’s a blessing or a burden. “What do you want to be when you grow up” is a question we have all been asked. While some people know instantly what they want to spend the rest of their lives doing, many do not. On Wednesday Meghan Mahoney examines whether or not it's a good idea to make important life decisions while you're still in high school.There are many factors that determine whether or not a country is great: economic strength, political stability, and dedication to freedoms and liberties. On Thursday, Ayman Hassan, Jack Goldfried, Hamza Siddique, and Sean Manoff asked members of High School East to critique their own country with the question: Why is America the best country?When you enter the workforce, you learn that commuting isn’t always easy. Delays, traffic, and long distances become part of everyday life. Students at High School East face similar problems every day, however, we are only given five minutes to get where we're going. This Friday, Tyler Wenczl takes a close look at passing time between classes – and whether we need more.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening – and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Social Media has completely taken over our generation and has impacted us in ways that we have yet to realize. In this segment of Students in the Hall, we ask the students of High School East to consider what their lives would be like without social media.
A major factor in the success of a student athlete is the coach. The actions of a coach can influence not only an athlete's performance, but also their social and academic life. In this podcast, Cole Manus provides an in-depth look at the complex relationship between coaches and their players.
Why would someone go out in the cold to go shopping when they can accomplish the same thing from the comfort of their own home? In this opinion piece, Sydney Steinfeld shows us why online shopping is the antidote to the stressful holiday shopping experience.
Robin Roberts' career accomplishments have included success as a college basketball player, national broadcasting with ESPN, and her current lead anchor role with Good Morning America. In this interview, Robin talks with Rachel Neuman about her life's work, challenges she faced along the way, and issues that face us all.
It's Monday, December 5th, 2022. Happy Holidays and welcome to the December edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.Robin Roberts' career accomplishments have included success as a college basketball player, national broadcasting with ESPN, and her current lead anchor role with Good Morning America. This Tuesday, Robin talks with Rachel Neuman about her life's work, challenges she faced along the way, and issues that face us all.Why would someone go out in the cold to go shopping when they can accomplish the same thing from the comfort of their own home? This Wednesday, Sydney Steinfeld shows us why online shopping is the antidote to the stressful holiday shopping experience.A major factor in the success of a student athlete is the coach. The actions of a coach can influence not only an athlete's performance, but also their social and academic life. On Thursday, Cole Manus provides an in-depth look at the complex relationship between coaches and their players.Social Media has completely taken over our generation and has impacted us in ways that we have yet to realize. In this Friday's segment of Students in the Hall, we ask the students of High School East to consider what their lives would be like without social media.Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.Thanks for listening – and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
In this month's book talk, Madison Miller and Courtney Brecher discuss Matt Haig's The Midnight Library – a novel centered around a library where the books provide readers the chance to experience lives they could have lived.
The Great Leap Forward in mid-twentieth-century China was not as great as it might sound. In this documentary podcast, Kristina Zhu speaks with members of her family about their experiences living in Communist China and hears what life was like during the reign of Chairman Mao Zedong.
Fear is a natural, powerful, and primitive emotion that can provide protection or hold you back from doing the things you want to do. Everyone is afraid of something in their life, so we decided to ask students at High School East: what makes you afraid?
October 11 was National Coming Out Day and this year, members of High School East's Gay Straight Alliance shared an inspiring display with the entire school community. Rachel Neuman interviewed several of the organizers of an event that was meant not only to celebrate individuals choosing to come out as an LGBTQ+ person, but also to inspire all people to come out in support of schools that are safe, nurturing and free from anti-LGBTQ+ bullying and harassment.
It's Monday, November 7th, 2022 and welcome to the November edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
October 11 was National Coming Out Day and this year, members of High School East's Gay Straight Alliance shared an inspiring display with the entire school community. On Tuesday, Rachel Neuman shares several interviews she conducted with organizers of an event that not only celebrates individuals choosing to come out as an LGBTQ+ person, but also inspires all people to come out in support of schools that are safe, nurturing and free from anti-LGBTQ+ bullying and harassment.
Fear is a natural, powerful, and primitive emotion that can provide protection or hold you back from doing the things you want to do. Everyone is afraid of something in their life, so this Wednesday, we ask students at High School East: what makes you afraid?
The Great Leap Forward in mid-twentieth-century China was not as great as it might sound. On Thursday, Kristina Zhu speaks with members of her family about their experiences living in Communist China and hears what life was like during the reign of Chairman Mao Zedong.
On Friday, Madison Miller and Courtney Brecher discuss Matt Haig's The Midnight Library – a novel centered around a library where the books provide readers the chance to experience lives they could have lived.
Hills Review is produced by members of the Filmmaking and Podcasting Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.
Thanks for listening – and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Eden Spielman interviews retired New York Jets center Nick Mangold about his life in football: from his years at Ohio State to his eleven seasons with the Jets to his post NFL life in the business and broadcasting world. Mangold offers advice for players, insight into the psychology of football and a few tips to help the Jets this season.
Lindsay Weinfeld takes a hard look at standardized testing and discusses how these tests put immense stress and anxiety on students who already have too much to worry about.
In our very first book talk, Ipek Basturk and Jinhee Hong discuss The Love Hypothesis By Ali Hazelwood – an engaging modern-day romance filled with many twists and turns.
High School East English teacher, Mr. Zarzicki, shares an interview he conducted with American humorist and author, David Sedaris. Mr. Zarzicki, who has taught Sedaris' writing in his classroom for many years, met up with Mr. Sedaris this summer in London, England.
It's Monday, October 3rd, 2022 and welcome to the October edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
On Tuesday, High School East English teacher, Mr. Zarzicki, shares an interview he conducted with American humorist and author, David Sedaris. Mr. Zarzicki, who has taught Sedaris' writing in his classroom for many years, met up with Mr. Sedaris this summer in London, England.
On Wednesday, join us for our first book talk. This month, Ipek Basturk and Jinhee Hong discuss The Love Hypothesis By Ali Hazelwood – an engaging modern-day romance filled with many twists and turns.
This Thursday, Lindsay Weinfeld takes a hard look at standardized testing and discusses how these tests put immense stress and anxiety on students who already have too much to worry about.
On Friday, Eden Spielman interviews retired New York Jets center Nick Mangold about his life in football: from his years at Ohio State to his eleven seasons with the Jets to his post NFL life in the business and broadcasting world. Mangold offers advice for players, insight into the psychology of football and a few tips to help the Jets this season.
We conclude today's podcast with an exciting announcement. Amina Rhamatzada, a Hills Review contributor who graduated in June, was a runner-up in this summer's New York Times Student Podcasting Competition. Her podcast – To Be or Not To Be Hijabi in America – was among the top twenty podcasts selected from a pool of 1600 entries from around the world. Here is an encore presentation of her work. Congratulations Amina!
Being a sports agent is an exciting career filled with many challenges and responsibilities. In this interview, Cole Manus interviews sports agent Rich Kleimann about his job, how he became an agent, and what it's like representing NBA superstar Kevin Durant.
Animated TV shows and movies intended for children can have a positive effect on people coping with stress. In this podcast, Jasmine Foster discusses how something as simple as Saturday morning cartoons, can drastically change and improve your mood.
Jack Zaremsky argues that while the benefits of exercise and going outside are well known, students don't have very many opportunities to engage in these things while at school. The obvious answer, according to Jack, is simple: give high school kids recess.
Twenty-one years after 9/11, many first responders still face long-term mental and physical effects. In this interview, Grace Katz interviews her father, Jeffery Katz, and his friend Jimmy Smith – two retired NYPD officers who responded to the attacks on 9/11. In this interview, these two heroes share their experiences and how they have dealt with the heartbreaking aftermath.
It's Monday, September 12th, 2022 and welcome to the September edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
At the start of each month during the school year, we release an assortment of student opinion pieces, stories, documentaries, and interviews.
Here's what's coming up this week:
Twenty-one years after 9/11, many first responders still face long-term mental and physical effects. On Tuesday, Grace Katz interviews her father, Jeffery Katz, and his friend Jimmy Smith – two retired NYPD officers who responded to the attacks on 9/11. In this interview, these two heroes share their experiences and how they have dealt with the heartbreaking aftermath. On Wednesday, Jack Zaremsky argues that while the benefits of exercise and going outside are well known, students don't have very many opportunities to engage in these things while at school. The obvious answer, according to Jack, is simple: give high school kids recess. Animated TV shows and movies intended for children can have a positive effect on people coping with stress. This Thursday, Jasmine Foster discusses how something as simple as Saturday morning cartoons, can drastically change and improve your mood. Being a sports agent is an exciting career filled with many challenges and responsibilities. On Friday, Cole Manus interviews sports agent Rich Kleimann about his job, how he became an agent, and what it's like representing NBA superstar Kevin Durant.
Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club.
If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216.
Thanks for listening – and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
During the year, Hills Review will highlight student club activity at High School East. This month, we feature SADD – Students Against Destructive Decisions.
Many high school students endure a dramatic change in their life when they go to college. Living away from their family and dealing with a heavy course load can be overwhelming. Courtney Brecher talks to her sister Kailey about the changes she experienced when she went to school and shares tips on how to prepare for–and succeed–in college.
Among the many summer camps that are out there, one stands out from the rest. Sam Zaret reveals the many things that make Camp Baco and Che-Na-Wah in the Adirondacks the best place on Earth.
Ever since the pandemic, there has been an increase in social media use. Contrary to the ideas of many, Jack Sklar believes this is a good thing. In his podcast, he argues that social media leads to an increase in confidence, social skills, and helps begin new relationships.
Rachel Neuman's podcast shares the sounds and spirit of the High School East student film festival – which returned this year after an eight year hiatus.
In this podcast, Kayla Taufman interviews her grandmother and father to find out about the experiences her family had during World War II. While her grandma was a little girl from the city who knew little of how drastic the situation was, her grandfather was a German scientist standing up for what he thought was right despite the consequences.
It's Monday, June 6th, 2022 and welcome to the June edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. On Tuesday, Kayla Taufman interviews her grandmother and father to find out about the experiences her family had during World War II. While her grandma was a little girl from the city who knew little of how drastic the situation was, her grandfather was a German scientist standing up for what he thought was right despite the consequences. Later on Tuesday, Rachel Neuman's podcast shares the sounds and spirit of the High School East student film festival – which returned this year after an eight year hiatus. Ever since the pandemic, there has been an increase in social media use. Contrary to the ideas of many, Jack Sklar believes this is a good thing. This Wednesday, he argues that social media leads to an increase in confidence, social skills, and helps begin new relationships. Among the many summer camps that are out there, one stands out from the rest. On Thursday, Sam Zaret reveals the many things that make Camp Baco and Che-Na-Wah in the Adirondacks the best place on Earth. Many high school students endure a dramatic change in their life when they go to college. Living away from their family and dealing with a heavy course load can be overwhelming. On Friday, Courtney Brecher talks to her sister Kailey about the changes she experienced when she went to school and shares tips on how to prepare for–and succeed–in college. We conclude today's podcast with a medley from everyone's favorite classical artist – Led Zeppelin – courtesy of the High School East band. Thanks for listening – and have a great summer everyone!
As time passes, we find ourselves hurting our planet in an attempt to make our lives easier. Some support space exploration to search and find solutions to humanity’s current problems. Others believe humans should look inwards for these solutions. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Matthew Giraldo and Rudy Von Bartesch ask members of High School east for their thoughts on this important matter.
In these difficult times, it can be hard to find inspiration to persevere through immense hardship. Nick Sarris shares his documentary on the life of his grandmother Kantio Sarris, a Greek immigrant who faced war, famine and many other trials throughout her life.
Oftentimes, we can feel alone and that nobody can relate. But when someone understands what we are going through, it can be very comforting. That someone for Sufia Khwaja is Deeba Zargarpur, a first generation Afghan-Uzbek American and author. In this interview, Deeba shares her story and how she overcame her struggles to discover a passion for writing.
Kids all around the world are constantly overwhelmed and stressed – and standardized tests like the upcoming SAT don't help. As far as Hannah Klein is concerned, a students' academic worth should not be determined by such a test. Listen as she makes a case for the elimination of standardized testing
It's Tuesday, May 3nd, 2022 and welcome to the May edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
Kids all around the world are constantly overwhelmed and stressed – and standardized tests like the upcoming SAT don't help. As far as Hannah Klein is concerned, a students' academic worth should not be determined by such a test. Later today, listen as she makes a case for the elimination of standardized testing
Oftentimes, we can feel alone and that nobody can relate. But when someone understands what we are going through, it can be very comforting. That someone for Sufia Khwaja is Deeba Zargarpur, a first generation Afghan-Uzbek American author. In an interview this Wednesday, Deeba shares her story and how she overcame her struggles to discover a passion for writing.
In these difficult times, it can be hard to find inspiration to persevere through immense hardship. On Thursday, Nick Sarris shares his documentary on the life of his grandmother Kantio Sarris, a Greek immigrant who faced war, famine and many other trials throughout her life.
As time passes, we find ourselves hurting our planet in an attempt to make our lives easier. Some support space exploration to search and find solutions to humanity’s current problems. Others believe humans should look inwards for these solutions. On Friday, Matthew Giraldo and Rudy Von Bartesch ask members of High School east for their thoughts on this important matter.
Thanks for listening – and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
As children grow up, many parents keep them on close watch and overprotect them. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Cole Manus, Jenna Kaczynski, and Hamza Masood ask the students of High School East how they feel about parental overprotection.
Take a look around. It could be argued that anything able to be experienced with a sense, is art. Since individual memories and experiences inform points of view, and art is something to be viewed, perhaps art is defined by experience. In this podcast, Sakari Griffiths explores the meaning of art.
In this podcast, Sammy Gerstman looks at the culture of New York sports by having a close look at three of the greats: the Giants, Yankees, and Knicks. He explores the atmosphere of the stadiums where these teams play, and delves into the impact these teams have on fans’ lives.
Why do many American “cities” look like ugly asphalt wastelands with traffic problems? Why don’t our cities look the way they did in the past? The answer to some of these questions is the prevalence of car-centric urban planning in the United States. In this podcast, Daniel Kogan shares his disgust with these planning practices.
It's Monday, April 4th, 2022 and welcome to the April edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
Why do many American “cities” look like ugly asphalt wastelands with traffic problems? Why don’t our cities look the way they did in the past? The answer to some of these questions is the prevalence of car-centric urban planning. On Tuesday, Daniel Kogan shares his disgust with these planning practices.
On Wednesday, Sammy Gerstman looks at the culture of New York sports by having a close look at three of the greats: the Giants, the Yankees, and the Knicks. He explores the atmosphere of the stadiums where these teams play and delves into the impact these teams have on fans’ lives.
Take a look around. It could be argued that anything able to be experienced with a sense, is art. Since individual memories and experiences inform points of view, and art is something to be viewed, perhaps art is defined by experience. On Thursday, Sakari Griffiths explores the meaning of art.
As children grow up, many parents keep them on close watch and overprotect them. On Friday, Cole Manus, Jenna Kaczynski, and Hamza Masood ask the students of High School East how they feel about parental overprotection.
Have a great week everyone… and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
As we get used to less restrictions and a world more like the one we knew, we ask the students of High School East to reflect on two years of 'Pandemic Life'.
Junior year is arguably the most difficult year of high school and Covid has made it even more so. In this podcast, which was created last spring in the middle of hybrid learning, then-juniors Ryley Jones and Maya Maurer discuss the impact the pandemic has had not only on their school year, but on their mental health as well.
Madelyn Gidseg speaks with her uncle, Cardiologist Dr. David Gidseg, about his fears, thoughts and experiences as a frontline worker during the height of the pandemic.
When schools closed in mid-March 2020, several quarantined students began a weekly audio journal to record their reactions to events related to the Covid-19 crisis. This podcast, which includes combined entries from March to May of 2020, features Hills East students trying to make sense of the early days of the pandemic.
It's Monday, March 14th, 2022 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
It's been two years since the start of the pandemic. All this week we are taking a look back at how Covid has impacted our lives.
When schools closed in mid-March 2020, several quarantined students began a weekly audio journal to record their reactions to events related to the Covid-19 crisis. This Tuesday, listen to the combined entries from March to May of 2020, which feature Hills East students trying to make sense of the early days of the pandemic.
On Wednesday, Madelyn Gidseg speaks with her uncle, Cardiologist Dr. David Gidseg, about his fears, thoughts and experiences as a frontline worker during the height of the pandemic.
Junior year is arguably the most difficult year of high school and Covid has made it even more so. In Thursday's podcast, which was created last spring in the middle of hybrid learning, then-juniors Ryley Jones and Maya Maurer discuss the impact the pandemic has had not only on their school year, but on their mental health as well.
This Friday, as we get used to less restrictions and a world more like the one we knew, we ask the students of High School East to reflect on two years of 'Pandemic Life'.
Have a great week everyone… and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Adam Kirschenblatt examines his love of music, while exploring its influence on people of all generations. In his podcast, Adam makes the argument that music matters and that this art form is more important now than ever before.
Soup has been made and consumed by humanity for thousands of years and differs across cultures, regions, and countries. From peanut soup in Africa to borscht in Eastern Europe, the varieties are endless. This Tuesday, Daniel Kogan and Jerry Yeung pose a very important question to the students of Hills East, asking: “What is your favorite soup?”
It's Monday, March 7th, 2022 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
Soup has been made and consumed by humanity for thousands of years and differs across cultures, regions, and countries. From peanut soup in Africa to borscht in Eastern Europe, the varieties are endless. This Tuesday, Daniel Kogan and Jerry Yeung pose a very important question to the students of Hills East, asking: “What is your favorite soup?”
On Thursday, Adam Kirschenblatt examines his love of music, while exploring its influence on people of all generations. In his podcast, Adam makes the argument that music matters and that this art form is more important now than ever before.
Have a great week everyone… and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Selah Neary speaks with her father, actor and musician Robert Neary, about his success and rise to "almost-fame" with his Neil Diamond tribute show "So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience". In her podcast, she explores how the show came to be and talks to other family members about how the show has changed their lives for the better.
BTS is a Korean musical group that has seven members and a following in the millions. Melanie McIntyre admits that while initially hesitant to listen to the band, she soon found herself joining a fandom that can only be described by its name: the BTS Army. This fandom quickly introduced her to the many different types of fans out there, as well as the politics involved in being a fan.
It's Monday, February 28th, 2022 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
BTS is a Korean musical group that has seven members and a following in the millions. On Tuesday, Melanie McIntyre admits that while initially hesitant to listen to the band, she soon found herself joining a fandom that can only be described by its name: the BTS Army. This fandom quickly introduced her to the many different types of fans out there, as well as the politics involved in being a fan.
On Thursday, Selah Neary speaks with her father, actor and musician Robert Neary, about his success and rise to "almost-fame" with his Neil Diamond tribute show "So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience". In her podcast, she explores how the show came to be and talks to other family members about how the show has changed their lives for the better.
Have a great week everyone… and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Sisters Nina and Lila Goldstein discuss their thoughts on the television show Grey’s Anatomy. While Nina tells you why this is the show of your "McDreams", Lila explains why the show is about as much fun as root canal.
As teens, we have all heard the phrase “watching TV is a waste of time" or “go do something more productive”. In this podcast, Anastasia Jairam explains why watching TV and movies is actually beneficial to your social life, learning, and mental health.
It's Monday, February 14th, 2022.
Happy Valentine's Day! and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
As teens, we have all heard the phrase “watching TV is a waste of time" or “go do something more productive”. This Tuesday, Anastasia Jairam explains why watching TV and movies is actually beneficial to your social life, learning, and mental health.
On Thursday, Sisters Nina and Lila Goldstein discuss their thoughts on the television show Grey’s Anatomy. While Nina tells you why this is the show of your "McDreams", Lila explains why the show is about as much fun as root canal.
Have a great week everyone… and remember to follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Sam Zaret and Jacob Shapiro will eat a half-dozen fast food chicken sandwiches on their quest to find the best one. We're not sure if this will give you any good dinner ideas, but we're pretty sure that you'll be hungry when you finish listening!
Marissa Wolff talks about the enjoyment she gets from cooking. In particular, how cooking allows her to express herself by adding her own flavor and style to the dishes she prepares.
It's Monday, February 7th, 2022 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
"Cooking," according to world famous chef Wolfgang Puck, "is like painting or writing a song. Just as there are only so many notes or colors, there are only so many flavors—it’s how you combine them that sets you apart”
This week we have two podcasts for all the foodies out there.
On Tuesday, Marissa Wolff talks about the enjoyment she gets from cooking. In particular, how cooking allows her to express herself by adding her own flavor and style to the dishes she prepares.
On Thursday, Sam Zaret and Jacob Shapiro will eat a half-dozen fast food chicken sandwiches on their quest to find the best one. We're not sure if this will give you any dinner ideas for Valentine's day, but we're pretty sure that you'll be hungry when you finish listening!
Have a great week everyone… and if you like what you're listening to, please tell your friends to follow Hills Review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Hectic school, tons of work, and freezing temperatures make all of us wish we could travel somewhere to disconnect from reality. In this edition of Students in the Hall, we do our best to take your mind off the fact that there are still nearly fifty days left in winter. Lily London, Ipek Basturk, and Victoria Czoch ask members of High School East the question: if you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
Roopika Pannala and Allison Talla examine what it is like growing up Asian in America. In this candid discussion, these close friends share both the good and the bad experiences they have had as first generation Asian immigrants.
It's Monday, January 31st, 2022 and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
On Tuesday Roopika Pannala and Allison Talla examine what it is like growing up Asian in America. In this candid discussion, these close friends share both the good and the bad experiences they have had as first generation Asian immigrants.
Hectic school, tons of work, and freezing temperatures make all of us wish we could travel somewhere to disconnect from reality. This Thursday, we do our best to take your mind off the fact that there are still nearly fifty days left in winter. Lily London, Ipek Basturk, and Victoria Czoch ask members of High School East the question: if you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
Have a great week everyone… and if you like what you're listening to, please tell your friends to follow Hills Review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Listen as Ipek Basturk challenges you to resist the temptation to watch any movies that are based on books. Instead, she invites you to curl up with a novel and enjoy the experience that can only be provided by its pages and your imagination.
Being an hijabi in America is a unique experience that poses many challenges. In this podcast, Amina Rhamatzada sits down with her mom and cousin to discuss their experiences being hijabi and the struggles they face by being a walking symbol of their religion.
It's Monday, January 24th, 2022.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
Being an hijabi in America is a unique experience that poses many challenges. On Tuesday, Amina Rhamatzada sits down with her mom and cousin to discuss their experiences being hijabi and the struggles they face by being a walking symbol of their religion.
On Thursday, listen as Ipek Basturk challenges you to resist the temptation to watch any movies that are based on books. Instead, she invites you to curl up with a novel and enjoy the experience that can only be provided by its pages and your imagination.
Have a great week everyone… and remember… you can find these and all of our archived podcasts on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Alexa Fontalvo conducts a candid interview with her best friend, Angel Vasquez, about being in high school and being gay. Angel has never and will never let people negatively affect him. This interview is an inspiration to anyone who has ever been given trouble just for being themselves.
Guilty pleasure songs. Everyone has one, but no one wants to admit it. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Eden Spielman, Jared Shulman, and Vanessa Tantillo challenge several students at High School East to admit their embarrassing but secretly loved songs. Their question: “What is your guilty pleasure song and why?
It's Monday, January 17th, 2022 Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day and welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
Guilty pleasure songs. Everyone has one, but no one wants to admit it. This Thursday, Eden Spielman, Jared Shulman, and Vanessa Tantillo challenge several students at High School East to admit their embarrassing but secretly loved songs. Their question: “What is your guilty pleasure song and why?
This Friday, Alexa Fontalvo conducts a candid interview with her best friend, Angel Vasquez, about being in high school and being gay. Angel has never and will never let people negatively affect him. This interview is an inspiration to anyone who has ever been given trouble just for being themselves.
Right now, in honor of today's celebration, we'd like to conclude with Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech -- in its entirety.
Have a great week everyone.
People often dream about being famous; what it would be like to be a celebrity. Being a celebrity is all about glamor and glitz, going to parties, red carpet events, interviews, money, and getting caught up in scandals. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Victoria Koch, Jolie Boyle, and Nyla Harabedian interview the students and teachers of High School East and ask the question, “If you could be any celebrity, who would you be and why?”
Ben Hoffman follows the path of the Half Hollow Hills J.V. hockey team as they find out what it takes to be champions in a league filled with star players and controversy. Find out if the Half Hollow Hills Hornets have what it takes to be the best.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
It's Monday, January 10, 2022.
On Tuesday, Ben Hoffman follows the path of the Half Hollow Hills J.V. hockey team as they find out what it takes to be champions in a league filled with star players and controversy. Find out if the Half Hollow Hills Hornets have what it takes to be the best.
People often dream about being famous; what it would be like to be a celebrity. Being a celebrity is all about glamor and glitz, going to parties, red carpet events, interviews, money, and getting caught up in scandals. This Thursday, Victoria Koch, Jolie Boyle, and Nyla Harabedian interview the students and teachers of High School East and ask the question, “If you could be any celebrity, who would you be and why?”
Have a great week everyone… and if you like what you're listening to, please tell your friends to follow Hills Review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
Meghan Mahoney offers her thoughts on how we talk about mental health--specifically, how even though the stigma of mental health has lessened throughout the years, it still isn't discussed much in the classroom. She also asks why students still receive huge workloads despite the fact that everyone knows this is detrimental to their mental health.
Nicole Tisch offers suggestions on how to take control of your stress through the use of exercise. Nicole has found exercise to be the key to helping relieve anxiety. In this podcast, she discusses how exercise has helped her and others overcome the kinds of daily stress that we all face.
Happy New Year! Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
It is Monday, January 3, 2022.
This week's podcasts are meant to help you make this year one with less stress.
On Tuesday, Nicole Tisch offers suggestions on how to take control of your stress through the use of exercise. Nicole has found exercise to be the key to helping relieve anxiety. In this podcast, she discusses how exercise has helped her and others overcome the kinds of daily stress that we all face.
On Thursday, Meghan Mahoney offers her thoughts on how we talk about mental health--specifically, how even though the stigma of mental health has lessened throughout the years, it still isn't discussed much in the classroom. She also asks why students still receive huge workloads despite the fact that everyone knows this is detrimental to their mental health.
Welcome back… and have a great, stress-free week.
It really is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. It’s getting colder outside, lights are strung around houses, and stores are playing popular holiday music. But does this really make the season holly jolly for everyone? There are many aspects of the holiday season that make each person’s experience different. In this Students in the Hall segment, Deanna DeVilla, Ava DeLucia, and Jasmine Foster asked members of the High School East community what they think about the holidays.
With the growing popularity of many types of collectibles, many people have been introduced to NFTs -- non-fungible tokens. This Tuesday, Jack Padron explains what exactly an NFT is, and why people are spending thousands on these digital collectibles. Also, you will hear multiple perspectives from people on whether they think NFTs are going to last.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
It is Monday, December 20, 2021.
With the growing popularity of many types of collectibles, many people have been introduced to NFTs -- non-fungible tokens. This Tuesday, Jack Padron explains what exactly an NFT is, and why people are spending thousands on these digital collectibles.
It really is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. It’s getting colder outside, lights are strung around houses, and stores are playing popular holiday music. But does this really make the season holly jolly for everyone?
In this Thursday's Students in the Hall segment, Deanna DeVilla, Ava DeLucia, and Jasmine Foster asked members of the High School East community what they think about the holidays.
Have a great short week everyone -- and Happy Holidays!
Maya Teng interviews her Dad, a pediatric doctor, about the early days of Covid and what it was like on the front lines. We hear first hand information about what happened in the hospital systems during the pandemic, about how Covid has changed the way hospitals function, and about the effects the stress this ordeal has had on front line healthcare workers.
If pharmaceutical companies are already making billions of dollars annually, why are the prices for the drugs still increasing at an alarming rate? In her opinion piece, Victoria Czoch discusses the negative effects of the rising drug costs on the American public and why drug producing companies should lower their prices.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
It's Monday, December 13, 2021.
Coming up this week, we have two podcasts that explore important medical issues of our time.
On Tuesday, Victoria Czoch asks the question: if pharmaceutical companies are already making billions of dollars annually, why are the prices for the drugs still increasing at an alarming rate? In her opinion piece, Victoria discusses the negative effects of the rising drug costs on the American public and why drug producing companies should lower their prices.
On Thursday, Maya Teng interviews her Dad, a pediatric doctor, about the early days of Covid and what it was like on the front lines. We hear first hand information about what happened in the hospital systems during the pandemic, about how Covid has changed the way hospitals function, and about the effects this ordeal has had on front line healthcare workers.
Have a great week everyone… and hang in there! Only ten more days until the break! Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast.
It's Monday, December 13, 2021.
Coming up this week, we have two podcasts that explore important medical issues of our time.
On Tuesday, Victoria Czoch asks the question: if pharmaceutical companies are already making billions of dollars annually, why are the prices for the drugs still increasing at an alarming rate? In her opinion piece, Victoria discusses the negative effects of the rising drug costs on the American public and why drug producing companies should lower their prices.
On Thursday, Maya Teng interviews her Dad, a pediatric doctor, about the early days of Covid and what it was like on the front lines. We hear first hand information about what happened in the hospital systems during the pandemic, about how Covid has changed the way hospitals function, and about the effects this ordeal has had on front line healthcare workers.
Have a great week everyone… and hang in there! Only ten more days until the break!
In this podcast, Lily Nussbaum talks to a Holocaust survivor, Celia Kener, about her experience in Poland during the 1930s. Celia shares how she escaped the ghetto, hid in a Catholic household, and reunited with her family. Lily also speaks to her grandma, who also lived through The Holocaust, about how anti-semitism is on the rise and how important it is to learn about The Holocaust.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. It is Monday, December 6, 2021.
This week we present Lily Nussbaum's documentary: The Never-Ending Fight Against Anti Semitism. In this podcast, Lily talks to Holocaust survivor, Celia Kener, about her experience in Poland during the 1930s. Ms. Kener shares how she escaped the ghetto, hid in a Catholic household, and reunited with her family. Lily also speaks to her grandma--who also lived through The Holocaust--about how anti-semitism is on the rise and how important it is to learn about The Holocaust.
Look for this podcast on Wednesday and until then, have a great week.
Why do people go to school? To learn of course, but what are they actually learning? Have you ever sat in a class and wondered, when will I need this in the real world? In this podcast, Maya Maurer discusses the need to have a required class on life skills in school.
In this podcast, Danny Candia looks at how Covid-19 has complicated the college application process and made the college application season of 2021 like no other. His interview with Jen Boudin, college advisor and educator known as "The Essay Girl", sheds light on the difficulties being experienced by students today as well as techniques and ideas to help with the application and essay process.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. It is Monday, November 29, 2021.
This week we have two podcasts.
On Tuesday, Danny Candia looks at how Covid-19 has complicated the college application process and made the college application season like no other. His interview with Jen Boudin, college advisor and educator known as "The Essay Girl", sheds light on the difficulties being experienced by students today, as well as techniques and ideas to help with the application and essay process.
This Thursday, Maya Maurer shares her thoughts on a school curriculum for the real world and explores the question: why do we go to school?
Listen for these podcasts in the coming days and until then, have a great week.
Welcome to Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. It is Monday, November 22, 2021 and this is just a quick message to let you know that Hills Review is back.
Every week, beginning on November twenty-ninth, you will hear a wide variety of ideas and voices on this podcast.
We will have discussions… Conduct interviews... Present documentaries… Share our opinions.... And tell stories... And the one thing all of these will have in common is that they are all created by--and about things--that matter to us: the students at High School East.
In this podcast, Lexi Garelick and Ryley Jones explore some of the pros and a lot of the cons of online school.
A candid conversation about the trappings of social media from an aficionado immersed in online communication and a critic who avoids social media completely.
Brandon and David are brothers and hockey fans. The only problem is that one loves the Islanders and the other the Rangers. In this podcast, Morgan Paul explores the balance between sibling rivalry and bonds of brotherhood.
In this podcast, Olivia Heyer discusses corporate feminism, and how it is counterproductive to social justice.
In this audio collage, Sakari Griffiths brings to life a simple space that is often taken for granted: the living room.
Notes from Quarantine - Week 1 Mid-March 2020 Since the closing of school in mid-March, several 11H students (who would normally attend class at High School East) have kept a weekly audio journal to record their reactions to events related to the Covid-19 crisis while quarantined at home. In this first week, we discuss how the world is quickly changing and how we are trying to make sense of the chaos.
On March 12, 2020, Regina Calcaterra, the New York Times best-selling author of Etched in Sand, spent time with several High School East 11th graders to discuss her memoir. We were able to ask questions that we were curious about which shed light on both the book and her life.
This year's fall drama, The Good Doctor, was performed on December 13th and 14th. The play is a comedy based on the short stories of Anton Chekhov and was written for the stage by Neil Simon. In this podcast, we hear from members of the stage crew, actors, and the show's director about what it took to bring the play to life at Hills East.
It’s the final episode of this season of the Film Club Podcast and the crew are also joined by the Film and Podcasting Club advisor Mr. Beatty. They begin by talking about what made them admire film (:24) and what got them to look deeper into film (32:52). They also mention whether or not movies are fading out (49:25) and what needs to be in a good movie (24:38). And for the last time, the crew gives their movie recommendations (58:48).
Movie Recommendations: Matt: “True Romance” RJ: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” Mr. Beatty: “Rock Star” Aubrey: “BlacKkKlansman” Emma: “Swiss Army Man” Anthony: “American Animals”
Teenagers and their parents have been at odds since there were teenagers and parents. But is that gap in understanding widening? In this segment of Students in the Hall, we asked High School East students to comment on whether or not they think there a disconnect between their generation and their parent’s generation.
In this narrative podcast, Evie Yeh shares her thoughts on drawing. She discusses the relaxing and therapeutic role it plays in her life as well as how her love of the practice interacts with her personal philosophy.
The cultural podcast exchange between members of High School East and our friends at the Thomas Tallis School in London, England continued this spring. Members of the Film Club and our British friends shared ideas on film and how what is seen on screen can influence how people are perceived.
To help with the discussion, both groups viewed the same film -- a British film entitled Attack the Block -- and compared thoughts. Here are a few excerpts from our discussion.
In this edition of the Film Club Podcast, the guys talk about Rotten Tomatoes and how the reviews affect a movie; and the movies they feel deserve a higher rating (11:15). Then they briefly talk about why branded movies are expected to do well (7:40), new Batman casting (15:00) and movie trailer deceptions (3:27). They also give a wild review on John Wick 3 (22:04) and Godzilla: King of the Monsters (45:52). And as always, they end with movie recommendations (56:23).
Movie Recommendations: Aubrey: Mission Impossible: Fallout Brandon: The Waterboy Matt: Point Break Rj: Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah
PART 5: El Salvador In this segment, Sugeily Alvarez speaks with her mother about what it was like living in a war torn country, coping with horrible loss, and rising above all of her struggles to come to America and create a better life for her children. In the candid discussion that follows, students describe both their reaction to these stories, the tragedy of normalized violence, as well as detail their own experiences living in an environment where violence could erupt at any moment. Our series concludes with heartfelt words that stress the importance of being proud of who you are--and how, if we all share our stories, tomorrow will be better than today.
PART 4: Korea Elizabeth Park speaks with her mother about the trials of moving to America as a teenager. After hearing about how she worked hard to achieve both her academic and professional goals, the group expresses their admiration for her and shares their own stories of struggle. They also provide their thoughts on how children of immigrants are obliged to work hard in order to make their parents proud and to honor the sacrifices that were made.
PART 3: Egypt Political and social situations can sometimes force a family to make the difficult decision to leave their home country for a new life. Here, Clarien Nashed speaks to her father, who trusted his instincts and came to the US to find better opportunities for his family. In the discussion that follows, Clarien and her classmates consider the bravery it takes to uproot and move to a new country and how these moves are a true leap of faith.
PART 2: Thailand In this segment, Gianna Vessey talks to her cousin who, at age eleven, came to the US to a new family, language, and world. She explains the difficulties of fitting into a new culture and how, with the help of friends, she was able to both assimilate and have pride in her heritage. Following the interview, the students discuss family who experienced similar situations, personal experiences with discrimination, and the difficulties of being a part of two cultures and countries.
For a recent narrative project, five High School East seniors were instructed to interview a person with a story worth telling. The five unknowingly chose the same topic: immigration. Students interviewed family members about their experiences moving to the United States and what it was like adjusting to life here. They talked with relatives from Trinidad and Tobago, Thailand, Egypt, Korea, and El Salvador. After listening to each other’s projects they got together to discuss them. Although they are all very different people who never got together before, they all have this one thing in common.
PART 1: Trinidad and Tobago There are many different circumstances in which immigrants come to the US. In this segment, Devin Kassebaum speaks with his grandmother who came to this country in 1974 as a mother of two from Trinidad and Tobago. In the discussion that follows, students share experiences of their own parents coming to this country and struggling with the immigration process. They also consider the laws that impact becoming a citizen and the dreams of immigrants.
In this MCU centered podcast, the crew begin with an “Avengers: Endgame” movie review. In the review they give a non spoiler review (:27) and discuss certain plot points (Spoiler Alert -- 4:37). They also talk about the Marvel Disney+ shows (31:53) and their favorite MCU moment (42:21). Then, they end off with recommending their favorite MCU movies (51:18).
Movie Recommendations: Anthony: “Doctor Strange” RJ: “Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol 2” Matt: “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” Brandon: “Iron Man” Aubrey: “Thor”
In this episode of the Film Club Podcast, the guys talk about Disney adapting animated films into live action films (:14). Then they begin to talk about the casting choices (4:24) and the affects these live action adaptations have on the original films (7:25). They also talk about Detective Pikachu (14:14) the Sonic trailer (14:43), and Kevin Hart/Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. And as always, the crew ends with movie recommendations (20:46).
Movie Recommendations: Brandon: King Kong (2005) Aubrey: A Quiet Place Anthony: Journey’s End Rj: Little Shop of Horrors
In this episode of the Film Club Podcast, the crew talks about their most anticipated movies for the year (00:31). We also predict the turnouts for those films (15:25) as well as recommend movies (23:00).
Movie Recommendations: Brandon: Den of Thieves RJ: Submarine Matt: Casino Royal (2006) Anthony: Iron Sky David: Basic Aubrey: Triple Frontier
In this edition of the Film Club Podcast, the group takes a deep dive into the 2019 Oscar Award Ceremony. They discuss various awards such as Best Original Score (3:25), Best Production Design (11:31), Best Picture (24:27) and more! They also take a look at the award ceremony overall (28:36), and end with recommended movies (30:45).
Movie Recommendations: Brandon: “Watchmen” Matt: “The Raid: Redemption” Matt: “If Beale Street Could Talk” Anthony: “Cold Pursuit” Aubrey: “What Happened to Monday”
In this edition, we feature highlights from the High School East lecture series. Produced by the Pegasus Literary Magazine, the series continued this month when Regina Calcaterra -- the New York Times bestselling author of Etched in Sand -- visited East to speak to 11th graders about her gripping and powerful memoir.
In this edition of the Film Club Podcast, the crew discuss the Fyre Festival Documentary on Netflix (:44) and Hulu (16:24). They also talk about the rivalry between Netflix and Hulu (20:30), Original Content (25:21), the future of movie streaming platforms (26:58), Movie recommendations (32:05) and more!
Movie Recommendations: Anthony: “They Shall Not Grow Old”; “Green Book” David: “A Silent Voice” Brandon: “Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened” Aubrey: “John Wick 3” (Trailer)
In this edition, we include excerpts from New York State Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul’s comments during her visit to High School East on January 10th, where she came to propose legislation designed to keep schools safe.
We stop by the construction of the 2019 art history installation, entitled “The Divided States of America”, which is a commentary on the divisions in our country, as well as on school-related violence.
To conclude, we ask members of the High School East community whether or not they feel safe in school
In this edition, we get special access to this year’s Fall Drama -- 12 Angry Jurors -- which is being performed in mid-December.
Next, several High School East students and Dr. Strong share their opinions on the schoolwide ID tag rule.
Finally, we stop by the recent blood drive that took place in the East Gym to talk with the organizer of the event and a few students who were donating to help those in need.
The Film Club Podcast is a new production created by members of the Film and Podcasting club. Each episode will feature movie reviews and in-depth film analysis, as well as a close look at film award contenders.
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Although graduation is months away, many seniors are spending the fall trying to figure out what they’ll do after high school. In this edition, we will hear candid thoughts from students who are in the middle of the college application process. Next, we will listen in on this year’s mini-college day to hear advice from a few college recruiters. We’ll also spend time with a former High School East student who recently joined the marines. He, and a few other servicemen, recently stopped by to talk to interested students. Next, the November Community Calendar provides a list of important dates and upcoming events for the weeks ahead. Concluding this month’s edition is a preview of a new Hills Review feature that we will be launching in the coming days: the Film Club podcast.
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In this edition, we take you to one of the largest sporting events ever held at High School East: the 2018 homecoming football game.
For this month’s “students in the hall” opinion segment, we find out what students think could be done to make our school a better place.
Next, members of the astronomy club will tell us what celestial events to look for in the skies this autumn.
Be sure to keep listening at the end of the podcast for the Community Calendar: a list of important dates and upcoming events for the weeks ahead.
Welcome to High School East! In this, the first edition of the 2018-2019 school year, we talk to members of our guidance department about ways students can plan for success in the coming year.
As you probably already know, there are many clubs at East. This month, we feature Pegasus: our school literary magazine.
We also hear from former High School East freshmen who provide some insight and advice to the incoming class of 2022.
Be sure to listen to the Community Calendar for a list of important dates and upcoming events in the weeks ahead.
Hills Review is proud to announce the selection of Kevin Wu’s podcast “High School East Walkout for Change” as one of 75 finalists in the 2018 New York Times Student Podcast Contest. Kevin’s podcast, which provides an account of the March 14, 2018 H.S. East student walkout to end gun violence, was chosen from 675 entries. A list of all finalists and winners can be found on the New York Times website. Congratulations Kevin!
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Autism affects roughly 1 in 68 children and has a significant impact on both the autistic individual and everyone involved in his or her life.
In this Hills Review special feature, we provide a candid look at what it’s like to live with a sibling who has autism.
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In the June 2018 edition of Hills Review, we visit the gym to talk to Mr. Herr and members of the newly formed, High School East Unified Basketball Team. Next we talk with seniors to find out what they will miss the most about High School East when they graduate. Finally, after this month’s community calendar, we dive into the world of string music and conclude our end-of-the-year podcast with an excerpt from the symphony orchestra’s spring concert.
In the May 2018 edition of Hills Review, we talk to High School East students who participated in the nationwide walkout to protest gun violence. Next, we go backstage at the spring musical -- Into the Woods. Finally, we’ll hear excerpts from an international discussion between East students and students from London, England. Be sure to keep listening at the end of the podcast for our “Students in the Hall” opinion segment and a list of important dates and upcoming events for the weeks ahead.