From the Horse's Mouth
47 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThe "Spirited" official podcast of Providence Day School, bringing you informative and entertaining conversations from the global PD community. Learn more at www.providenceday.org/podcast
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Season 4 Episode 8: An Open Conversation About Mental Health
February 08, 2024 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBVIEWER DISCRETION: This podcast touches on some sensitive subjects related to mental health. Our host, Jay Barron, speaks to Student Services Director Lisa Bernard, eighth grader Ana Arronte, ninth grader Cole Zapata, and tenth grader Caroline Krell. They openly and honestly discuss what mental health means in the context of their lives and being a PD student. Listen as they share their insight about personal struggles and triumphs. Plus, you will learn some helpful tips on dealing with st...
Season 4 Episode 7: Demystifying A.I.
May 31, 2023 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBStep aside, Skynet! In the last episode of season four, host Jay Barron attempts to demystify the excitement and confusion surrounding artificial intelligence (A.I.) with guidance from PD teachers Dr. Wes Fryer and Dr. James Edge, along with Christian Gibson '10, engineer with OpenAI.
Season 4 Episode 6: Black History Matters
February 23, 2023 16:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBIn 2021, College Board announced that I would be piloting a new AP African-American Studies course beginning in the 2022-2023 school year. Since this announcement, the course has been the target of both celebration and consternation across the country. Upper School English and history Department Chairs Marcus Smith and Ted Dickson, respectively, are at the helm of PD's effort to bring AP African-American Studies to the classroom. How'd they do it? Hear from them in this special Black History...
Season 4 Episode 5: 22 things we learned in 2022
January 05, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBAs the New Year begins, the latest episode of "From the Horse's Mouth," PD's official podcast, tackles lessons learned in 2022 with a panel including host Jay Barron, Upper School Theatre director Brooke Fulton, and award winning students Astrid James '23 and John Carter Krell '23.
Season 4 Episode 4: Teaching Fellows
December 01, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBA year ago, Providence Day launched a Teaching Fellows Program to recruit recent college graduates to learn teaching and leadership and bring more inclusion and belonging to the teaching profession. So how's the first year going? Hear from PD's five Teaching Fellows in an episode guest-hosted by Fellow Will McCorn.
Season 4 Episode 3: Health & Well-being at PD
October 12, 2022 13:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBWhat does PD mean by "health and well-being"? Tune in to "From the Horse's Mouth," the official PD podcast hosted by World Language teacher Jay Barron, to hear a health-minded discussion! Strength & Conditioning Coach Tom Caruso; Kristie Oglesby, chair of PD's Physical Education department; Student Services Learning Specialist Emily Young; and Easton Pransky '24, founder of student group Thrive, talk about wellness resources available at PD.
Season 4 Episode 1: Beyond the Scoreboard with Coaches!
August 18, 2022 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBAs the Fall Sports season gets underway, hear from a panel of some of Providence Day's most high-profile coaches - Varsity Football's Chad Grier; Boys' Varsity Basketball's Ron Johnson; Girls' Soccer's Dan Dudley; and Athletic Director Nancy Beatty along with host Jay Barron as they go "Beyond the Scoreboard" to tell the stories behind the teams. Go Chargers!
Season 4 Episode 2: Hopes for the new school year with Rob Evans
August 18, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBAs the new school year begins, hear from national independent schools expert Rob Evans, along with two members of Providence Day's leadership - Head of Lower School Erin Harper and Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Michael Magno - as they talk with host Jay Barron about their hopes for the year and how students are coping in a post-pandemic world.
Season 3 Episode 5: "The Solar Panel: Sustainability at PD"
April 06, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBShould PD be using solar energy? Can PD's plastic be recycled into bricks? What can we all do to be more sustainable? Hosted by Scarlet Greer '22, this lively discussion panel also includes Libby Barron '26, Laura Plata '24, Jodi Yan '24, and Jennifer Todd of Little Diversified Architectural Consulting.
Season 3 Episode 4: Middle School Newcomers & Oldtimers
March 09, 2022 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBHear from a 20-year PD administrator and a PD "lifer" student as they compare thoughts on their PD experience with a newcomer student and administrator, and discuss what makes the Middle School experience at PD unique. The two Middle School deans, Bobby Thompson and Dr. Kendrick Liles, and students Olivia Desmond and LJ Dawkins share their impressions with Host Jay Barron.
Season 3 Episode 3: PD's Plans for 2030
January 05, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBWhere does PD want to be by 2030, and how do we get there? Hear host Jay Barron discuss the school's new Strategic Framework with Tom Seddon, the former member of PD's Board of Trustees who helped develop it.
Season 3 Episode 2: Turning the Tables
December 15, 2021 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBTwo students in the Middle School Broadcast Media class - Bridget Brewster '26 and Daniel Ahmadivarji '27 - turn the tables on their teachers and serve as podcast hosts! They interview a panel consisting of Jay Barron, their teacher Rebecca Roemer, and Head of Middle School Lee Tappy. Hear their burning questions, and some occasionally surprising answers!
Season 3 Episode 1: "Under Pressure"
December 08, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBThe new episode of the PD podcast, "From the Horse's Mouth," arrives just in time for exam season! Hosted by Mr. Jay Barron, the panel includes Upper School Counselor Claire Bell and students Scarlet Greer '22 and Pavan Thakkar '24. They discuss the pressures of PD, and issues facing students in general amid the pandemic, as well as helpful resources and ideas for self-care.
Episode 7: Pandemic Silver Linings
May 26, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBJust in time for the end of the school year, a podcast panel convened to discuss the silver linings of the past year's pandemic, as well as some predictions for what the next school year might hold. Join host Jay Barron; Head of School Dr. Glyn Cowlishaw; Lower School counselor Margot Brinley; and Upper School teacher Joe Grabenstetter for an entertaining discussion to send you off on summer vacation.
Season 2 Episode 7: Pandemic Silver Linings
May 26, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBJust in time for the end of the school year, a podcast panel convened to discuss the silver linings of the past year's pandemic, as well as some predictions for what the next school year might hold. Join host Jay Barron; Head of School Dr. Glyn Cowlishaw; Lower School counselor Margot Brinley; and Upper School teacher Joe Grabenstetter for an entertaining discussion to send you off on summer vacation.
Season 2 Episode 6: Where does PD go from here?
May 18, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBAs a follow-up to Episode 4, which detailed the legacy of Providence Day's founding history, a distinguished panel of alumni and current students at PD met with community activist Justin Perry and moderator Dr. Nadia Johnson, Director of Equity and Inclusion, to talk about how the PD community can support our Black students and move forward.
Episode 6: Where does PD go from here?
May 18, 2021 13:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBAs a follow-up to Episode 4, which detailed the legacy of Providence Day's founding history, a distinguished panel of alumni and current students at PD met with community activist Justin Perry and moderator Dr. Nadia Johnson, Director of Equity and Inclusion, to talk about how the PD community can support our Black students and move forward.
Episode 5: A Conversation with PD's Nurses
March 10, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBMeet two of the key figures helping our students stay safe and healthy amid the global pandemic: Anne Smyth and Emily Rusniak. They speak with host Jay Barron about the latest CDC guidelines, common student ailments, tips for parents, and more.
Season 2 Episode 5: A Conversation with PD's Nurses
March 10, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBMeet two of the key figures helping our students stay safe and healthy amid the global pandemic: Anne Smyth and Emily Rusniak. They speak with host Jay Barron about the latest CDC guidelines, common student ailments, tips for parents, and more.
The Legacy of PD's Founding History
February 24, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBHear from panelists including Dorothy (Dot) Counts-Scoggins, the first Black student to integrate Harding High School, civil rights figure, and great-aunt of a PD alum; community activist Justin Perry; historian Dr. Pamela Grundy; and 37-year PD history teacher Roy Garrison. Moderated by Dr. Nadia Johnson, Director of Equity & Inclusion at PD, this discussion sheds light on Providence Day's founding as a "white flight" school, and discusses the lessons to be learned from history.
Season 2 Episode 4: The Legacy of PD's Founding History
February 24, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBHear from panelists including Dorothy (Dot) Counts-Scoggins, the first Black student to integrate Harding High School, civil rights figure, and great-aunt of a PD alum; community activist Justin Perry; historian Dr. Pamela Grundy; and 37-year PD history teacher Roy Garrison. Moderated by Dr. Nadia Johnson, Director of Equity & Inclusion at PD, this discussion sheds light on Providence Day's founding as a "white flight" school, and discusses the lessons to be learned from history.
Episode 2: Can a political disagreement be friendly? (Part 1)
October 29, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn a politically-polarized era, is it possible for two politicians on opposite sides of the fence to have a friendly disagreement? We put that question to the test by inviting two Charlotte City Council members to have a discussion with the officers of the nonpartisan SPAM (Students for the Political Advancement of Mankind) club. Hear from Democrat Braxton Winston, an at-large member and PD parent, and Republican Tariq Bokhari, whose District 6 includes the campus of Providence Day, in a dis...
Episode 3: Can a political disagreement be friendly? (Part 2)
October 29, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBJoin Part 2 of our discussion between two Charlotte City Council members and the officers of the nonpartisan SPAM (Students for the Political Advancement of Mankind) club. Hear from Democrat Braxton Winston, an at-large member and PD parent, and Republican Tariq Bokhari, whose District 6 includes the campus of Providence Day, in a discussion with students moderated by host Jay Barron. In episode 2, the student questions tackle protests, policing, and decisions on attending public vs. indepen...
Season 2 Episode 2: Can a political disagreement be friendly? (Part 1)
October 29, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIn a politically-polarized era, is it possible for two politicians on opposite sides of the fence to have a friendly disagreement? We put that question to the test by inviting two Charlotte City Council members to have a discussion with the officers of the nonpartisan SPAM (Students for the Political Advancement of Mankind) club. Hear from Democrat Braxton Winston, an at-large member and PD parent, and Republican Tariq Bokhari, whose District 6 includes the campus of Providence Day, in a dis...
Season 2 Episode 3: Can a political disagreement be friendly? (Part 2)
October 29, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBJoin Part 2 of our discussion between two Charlotte City Council members and the officers of the nonpartisan SPAM (Students for the Political Advancement of Mankind) club. Hear from Democrat Braxton Winston, an at-large member and PD parent, and Republican Tariq Bokhari, whose District 6 includes the campus of Providence Day, in a discussion with students moderated by host Jay Barron. In episode 2, the student questions tackle protests, policing, and decisions on attending public vs. indepen...
Season 2 Episode 1: A Conversation with Gene Bratek
September 30, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBGene Bratek, the Head of School who led Providence Day School from 1986 through his retirement in 2007, reflects with podcast host Jay Barron, in an episode recorded last spring, on the school's growth and the establishment of the nation's first independent school Global Studies Diploma. It's a walk down memory lane as Providence Day School observes its milestone 50th anniversary.
A Conversation with Gene Bratek
September 30, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBGene Bratek, the Head of School who led Providence Day School from 1986 through his retirement in 2007, reflects with podcast host Jay Barron, in an episode recorded last spring, on the school's growth and the establishment of the nation's first independent school Global Studies Diploma. It's a walk down memory lane as Providence Day School observes its milestone 50th anniversary.
Episode 10: The Compton teaching legacy
May 27, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBJoanne Compton is about to retire following 34 years of teaching at Providence Day. Her son John Compton '04, a PD lifer, teaches in Upper School. And Emma Hedinger '22 has been a student of both. On their final day on campus this spring, the three gathered with host Jay Barron to reflect on the Compton teaching legacy.
Season 1 Episode 10: The Compton teaching legacy
May 27, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBJoanne Compton is about to retire following 34 years of teaching at Providence Day. Her son John Compton '04, a PD lifer, teaches in Upper School. And Emma Hedinger '22 has been a student of both. On their final day on campus this spring, the three gathered with host Jay Barron to reflect on the Compton teaching legacy.
Making PD more Earth-friendly
April 21, 2020 19:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn honor of Earth Day, we share this pre-recorded conversation with our Providence Day School sustainability team - Olga Mawougbe from Lower School, Sarah Goodman from Middle School, and Jack Hudson from Upper School. They discuss recycling both on and off campus and how young people - especially PD's students - can make a difference.
Season 1 Episode 9: Making PD more Earth-friendly
April 21, 2020 19:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn honor of Earth Day, we share this pre-recorded conversation with our Providence Day School sustainability team - Olga Mawougbe from Lower School, Sarah Goodman from Middle School, and Jack Hudson from Upper School. They discuss recycling both on and off campus and how young people - especially PD's students - can make a difference.
Season 1 Episode 8: Celebrating PD Performers
April 15, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBJust before we left campus for spring break, a group of talented students gathered to celebrate performing arts at Providence Day. Host Jay Barron spotlights juniors Anna Choudary, Annie Odom, and Ethan Paulk, and each of them treats us to a musical performance captured in our podcast studio. You'll definitely want to listen to the end! Note: Cover songs featured in this podcast are licensed by Harry Fox Agency, license #1441247955 and #1441247956.
Celebrating PD Performers
April 15, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBJust before we left campus for spring break, a group of talented students gathered to celebrate performing arts at Providence Day. Host Jay Barron spotlights juniors Anna Choudary, Annie Odom, and Ethan Paulk, and each of them treats us to a musical performance captured in our podcast studio. You'll definitely want to listen to the end! Note: Cover songs featured in this podcast are licensed by Harry Fox Agency, license #1441247955 and #1441247956.
Episode 7: Is "global" a cliché at PD?
February 26, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBProvidence Day was the first school in the nation to create a Global Studies Diploma. With a global perspective woven into the school's entire curriculum, is it possible that we're over-using the word? Host Jay Barron tackles that question with Jeremiah Rosenfels, coordinator of the Global Studies Diploma program, along with two seniors earning their diplomas, Spencer Wood and Kayla Furney.
Season 1 Episode 7: Is "global" a cliché at PD?
February 26, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBProvidence Day was the first school in the nation to create a Global Studies Diploma. With a global perspective woven into the school's entire curriculum, is it possible that we're over-using the word? Host Jay Barron tackles that question with Jeremiah Rosenfels, coordinator of the Global Studies Diploma program, along with two seniors earning their diplomas, Spencer Wood and Kayla Furney.
Young alumni: How well does PD prepare us for college?
February 05, 2020 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBHow well does Providence Day prepare its students for college? What do our young alumni miss most about PD? Find out "From the Horse's Mouth" with our panel of alumni who recently visited campus: Maya Barr '16 (now at Harvard); Kyndal Smith '19 (attending Texas Christian University); and Caroline Bynum '16 (at UNC Chapel Hill).
Season 1 Episode 6: Young alumni - How well does PD prepare us for college?
February 05, 2020 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBHow well does Providence Day prepare its students for college? What do our young alumni miss most about PD? Find out "From the Horse's Mouth" with our panel of alumni who recently visited campus: Maya Barr '16 (now at Harvard); Kyndal Smith '19 (attending Texas Christian University); and Caroline Bynum '16 (at UNC Chapel Hill).
Season 1 Episode 5: Global Educators
January 15, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBJapan, Jordan, and Kyrgyzstan are just three of the destinations that Providence Day School's faculty have visited to fulfill their Global Educator Certificates. Hear from art teacher Richard Dewey; English teacher Kristin Santo; and science teacher Amy Jordan about where they went, why they went, and what they're bringing back to their classrooms for students' benefit.
Global Educators
January 15, 2020 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBJapan, Jordan, and Kyrgyzstan are just three of the destinations that Providence Day School's faculty have visited to fulfill their Global Educator Certificates. Hear from art teacher Richard Dewey; English teacher Kristin Santo; and science teacher Amy Jordan about where they went, why they went, and what they're bringing back to their classrooms for students' benefit.
A Courageous Conversation
December 18, 2019 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBA group of campus and community leaders recently gathered for a "Courageous Conversation" about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Just before that discussion, we spoke with panelists Reggie Love '00, a former aide to President Obama and current member of the Providence Day School Board of Trustees; and Kaila Dawkins '20, a student leader involved in the Black Student Union; Student Diversity Council; and Student Government.
Season 1 Episode 4: A Courageous Conversation
December 18, 2019 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBA group of campus and community leaders recently gathered for a "Courageous Conversation" about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Just before that discussion, we spoke with panelists Reggie Love '00, a former aide to President Obama and current member of the Providence Day School Board of Trustees; and Kaila Dawkins '20, a student leader involved in the Black Student Union; Student Diversity Council; and Student Government.
Providence Day's Freedom School
December 04, 2019 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBProvidence Day School hosts one of 18 Freedom School sites in Charlotte for the Children's Defense Fund, and remains the only independent school in the nation to host one. Guests Katie Carmichael, Jackson Sicard '19, and Marisa Alam '18 talk about what it is, why we do it, and how it benefits our own students - plus how you can help by contributing to our year-round school supply drive.
Season 1 Episode 3: Providence Day's Freedom School
December 04, 2019 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBProvidence Day School hosts one of 18 Freedom School sites in Charlotte for the Children's Defense Fund, and remains the only independent school in the nation to host one. Guests Katie Carmichael, Jackson Sicard '19, and Marisa Alam '18 talk about what it is, why we do it, and how it benefits our own students - plus how you can help by contributing to our year-round school supply drive.
The coolest name at Providence Day?
November 13, 2019 21:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBThey're three people whose names sound similar, but who each offer a different perspective on our school. Leigh, Lee, and Lee are leading the way! Leigh Cook, Lee Taylor, and Lee Tappy dish on topics including what they learn from their kids; what they think should go in the West Wing graveyard; and their thoughts on the PD dress code.
Season 1 Episode 2: The coolest name at Providence Day?
November 13, 2019 21:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBThey're three people whose names sound similar, but who each offer a different perspective on our school. Leigh, Lee, and Lee are leading the way! Leigh Cook, Lee Taylor, and Lee Tappy dish on topics including what they learn from their kids; what they think should go in the West Wing graveyard; and their thoughts on the PD dress code.
Episode 1: Head of School Dr. Glyn Cowlishaw
October 22, 2019 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBOur Head of School discusses campus master planning, our Freedom School site, innovation, the BBC comedy "Blackadder"....and what it means to be a truly global school. And of course, cricket.
Season 1 Episode 1: Head of School Dr. Glyn Cowlishaw
October 22, 2019 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBOur Head of School discusses campus master planning, our Freedom School site, innovation, the BBC comedy "Blackadder"....and what it means to be a truly global school. And of course, cricket.