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Weekly USU sports podcast featuring Utah State athletes and their stories.
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An Arvada High School Community podcast spotlighting a new Bulldog each week.
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Behind the Bars by Red Bull breaks down the lyrics behind Red Bull’s popular music series, Red Bull 64 Bars. Hosted by the series’ Director, Macario De Souza aka Kid Mac, Behind the Bars features a diverse line-up of lyricists who have given the Red Bull 64 Bars format their own spin who take us on a journey to unpack their creative process and share the stories that have inspired the bars.
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The Bundjalung man isn’t in hip-hop for fame or glory. In this episode he talks of his desires to make Australia a fairer place. He's a rapper on mission to spread positive messages and build a better future for his infant son through big bars that tackle the big issues, shining a light on what needs to change.…
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The Durban-born, Perth-based rapper gives us an insight in to his personality and why he's 'destined for success'. In this episode it's clear the 22-year-old rapper has no shortage of bravado, but it’s all part of his charm. He vibrates with passion and his dedication to his craft is obvious. He talks inspiration from classic hip-hop artists like B…
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The Guinea-born, Bankstown-raised talent touches on how music has turned him from a 'boy' into the man he is today. From collaborating with Pistol Pete & Enzo to grime-influenced solo singles like ‘What’s Good’ and his new found musical focus as part of The Area Movement, a collective of hip-hop artists proudly repping Sydney’s Western suburbs.…
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In her Red Bull 64 Bars song ‘Vision’, Western Sydney artist A.Girl called for unity in the local hip-hop scene. In this episode of Behind the Bars, she explains why things need to change.由Red Bull
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This week’s guest is Social Studies facilitator and JCEA building rep David Holt. This semester, David co-teaches two sections of Integrated American Studies with Lindsey Hewett and Reinelle Abrazado. He also teaches World Studies. In this episode, David digs into his role as an AR and identifies some pivotal areas where we as a school are moving i…
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This week’s Bulldog is art teacher Ciara Pias. This Spring, Ciara is teaching Drawing and Painting, Advanced and Intermediate Drawing, and co-teaching AMPED on Algebra with Isaac Tafoya. She has a student teacher this semester as well, Karyn Wilks. In our conversation, Ciara talks about how she provides voice and choice for her students, creates a …
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This weeks guest is 10th grader Emilio Medina. This is an incredible episode that really digs in to some big topics related to social-emotional learning. Emilio is in the process of starting a new student group called "Outreach" and he talks about his ideas, inspiration and why it's so important for the students in our school. If you can spot four …
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This week’s bulldog is Ryan Ogi. This semester, Ryan co-teaches both World Studies with Mr. White, American Studies with Mr. White and Ms. Abrazado as well as AP U.S. History. In our conversation, Ryan talks heavily about the relationships that he has built while at Arvada. He discusses his remarkable co-teaching partnership with Mr. White and how …
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This week’s bulldog is Science facilitator and department chair Laura Schoenfeld. This semester, Laura is teaching Chemistry, Chemistry Honors and AP Chemistry. In our conversation, Laura shares about her unconventional path into teaching and why teaching is such a good fit. She shares some of her learnings in supporting students and not taking eve…
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This special edition of Who's Behind the Bulldog continues the conversation about what has been working, not working and ideas still to try to help make the hybrid learning experience as effective as possible for our students. Thanks so much to Hannah Doran and Sergio Yanes for facilitating this awesome discussion with staff!…
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This week’s guest is 10th grade student Austin Jackson. Austin is a student who moved to Colorado last year from Mississippi and loves his experience at Arvada High School. He talks about some of his favorite things about Arvada and some of the differences between here and Mississippi.
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Today's guest bulldog is math teacher Jason Ziegler. This spring, Jason is teaching Geometry in Construction, Algebra II, and AP Calculus. In our conversation, Jason discusses many of Arvada's recent successes and touches on a bit of the history. He digs into the benefits of Restorative Practices both for a school as well as a society. He also talk…
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Today's guest is Assistant Principal slash Activities Director Mark Abling. Previously, Mark was a Social Studies facilitator at Arvada and a variety of of other schools. In our conversation, Mark opens up about how his life was impacted by a near-death soccer experience when he was in high school. He discusses how Arvada has changes in his time he…
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Today's guest on Who's Behind the Bulldog is English Senator and theater director Steven Mathis. Steven teaches Hip Hop as Literature, Acting and Stagecraft, Film Studies and Directing and co-teaches American Studies with Nick Floerchinger and Darcy Botham. In our conversation, Steven talks about his experiences and one of three black members of st…
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Today's guest is Special Ed teacher and department chair Matt Katzman. In this episode, Matt discusses how his Toyota Highlander represents his dynamic personality. He talks about the need to be flexible and adaptable, how he's proud of many of the projects he's been able to co-plan with various teachers and about some of the strategies he uses to …
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This week's guest is World Language and Student Council facilitator Keila Castorena. Hear Keila talk about how she prioritizes making connections with students and providing them with a caring heart. She discusses her origins in El Paso, Texas and how color guard eventually led her to a profession that never bores her - teaching! She also talks abo…
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Check out the SPECIAL EDITION of Who’s Behind the Bulldogs - it’s FULL of great advice to support ELL students in the remote setting from our wonderful ELL team!
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This week’s guest is Sara Milius. Sara is a Special Education teacher. This year, Sara is co-teaching sections of Geographic Studies, Physical Science, Algebra I and Geometry. In our conversation, Sara talks about her time in Minnesota and what led her to become a Special Education teacher. She also discusses projects she has used in the past, incl…
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Today’s guest on Who’s Behind the Bulldog is Joel Carda. Joel is one of our ESL teachers at Arvada and this year teaches ESL English 1, ESL 1 / 2, Lit Accel 2 (Bicycle Maintenance), ESL 3 / 4 and ELL Support. In our conversation, Joel discusses his history from working in the airlines in ground service to teaching English overseas in Japan and Thai…
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Today’s Bulldog is Roger Griffin. Roger is our Dean of Culture at Arvada and also teaches a remote section of Algebra I this year. In our conversation, Roger talks about his deep care for our students and how his belief that all students can learn shapes his approach to teaching. He discusses many of his learnings over his time at Arvada and how he…
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We’re very excited to welcome our first student interview in this week’s episode of Who’s Behind the Bulldog. I had an opportunity to speak with Arvada High School Senior Mandy Yang. In our conversation, Mandy talks about what she loves about Arvada and what makes learning interesting for her. She talks about her family and Hmong culture as well as…
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Today’s episode of Who’s Behind the Bulldog features Olivia Andrew. Olivia co-teaches Geographic Studies with Rachael Powell as well as Introduction to Business. She is also the head volleyball coach and coaches club volleyball on the side. In our conversation, Olivia shares what led her to the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education Progra…
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In this episode of Behind the Bars we explore the creative process, work ethic and flow of one of 'The Area's' pioneering voices. From humble beginnings with little more than a pen and a dream to finally being able to pursue music 'full-time' and the importance of legacy B Wise is an artist on a consistent pursuit of evolution, a focus that continu…
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Today’s guest on Who’s Behind the Bulldog is Arvada’s new vocal music director, Michaela Rael. Michaela teaches concert choir, chorale and modernaires. Beginning this week, she will also be co-teaching the GT seminar at Arvada with Joe Ventola. In our conversation, Michaela shares about her passion for music and how she persevered through challenge…
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Jaxon Curtis and his new co-host Gabe Noel talk with Utah State cornerback, Andre Grayson. We discuss his leadership role on the USU football team, the 2020-21 schedule, and his goals for the upcoming season.
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This week’s episode is with Shannan Corman. This year, Shannan teaches Physical Science and Biology. In our conversation, Shannan talks about how he’s wired to make honesty and openness his approach in connecting with students. He talks about his excitement for his new freshmen physics classes and prepping students for the next few years of science…
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That was Ode to Joy, as performed by former students of Arvada’s new band director Justin Elks, this week’s guest on Who’s Behind the Bulldog? Justin teaches Jazz Band, Piano, Orchestra, Guitar, and Concert Band. He is also getting the marching and pep bands rolling again. In our conversation, Justin discusses how he’s making band work in our world…
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Today's guest is Vern Whittington, who is leading 9th Grade Engagement this year. In this episode, Vern talks about his destiny to become an educator and a bit about his path in coaching and the various roles he’s played at Arvada High School. He discusses his optimism in working with the 9th grade team to make the 9th grade year as successful as p…
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This week’s conversation is with Elizabeth Kantner. Kantner is a math teacher who is currently teaching Geometry and PreCalc Honors. This year she is also teaching a section of Economics. In our conversation, Kantner talks about her time living overseas, both in the Peace Corps teaching multi-leveled classes in Namibia as well as living in Germany.…
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Today’s guest is Josh White. This year, Josh is co-teaching World Studies with Ryan Ogi as well as American Studies with both Ryan and Reinelle Abrazado. Josh also teaches Philosophy. In our conversation, Josh shares about some of his experiences learning from his students in his time teaching in Los Angeles. He answers the question “Who are you” s…
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Today’s guest is Roxanna Villareal. Roxanna is a new Counselor at Arvada High School and has recently moved here from Texas. She will have the last third of the alphabet, working with all students with last names beginning O through Z.In our interview, Roxanna discusses how she was inspired by a counselor who didn’t give up on her during her time i…
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This week’s Who’s Behind the Bulldog features Social Studies facilitator Nick Floerchinger. This year Nick will be teaching Economics and Economics Honors as well as co-teaching American Studies with Steven Mathis and Darcy Botham. Nick is a graduate from Arvada High school and discusses some of his experiences of what Arvada was like when he was i…
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Jaxon Curtis discusses the journey for Eric Munoz from Illinois to Utah State. Eric Munoz has become an impactful linebacker for the Aggies since his start against Wyoming. Munoz shares about the culture on the USU football team and what's it like to be a student athlete.
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Today's interview is with Sergio Yanes. Sergio is going into his 4th year at Arvada as a CTE teacher. This year he is scheduled to teach Communication and Journalism, Intro to Teaching, AP Lang, Photojournalism, and Sports Broadcasting. He is also our yearbook editor, for which he has won multiple awards.In our conversation, Sergio opens up about h…
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In this episode, I talk with Ryan Stevens. Ryan is a new PE teacher this year at Arvada and will be teaching weight training and strength and conditioning. In the spring he will also pick up our Sports Business class for our Sports Business pathway.In our discussion, Ryan discusses how and why he returned to teaching after leaving the profession fo…
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Today's guest is AnaLee De La Cerda. AnaLee is a World Languages Teacher at Arvada High School. This year she will be teaching two sections of French 1 and three sections of Spanish 1.In our interview, AnaLee discusses many engagement tips that she has learned over her 19 years of world language teaching experiences in the El Paso and Denver Metro …
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Today’s guest is Darcy Botham. Darcy is new to our school this year and is really excited to jump on board the Arvada Express.Darcy will be co-teaching a 9th grade Geographic Studies class with Kyle Smoker and Lauren Brennan. She will also be co-teaching a 10th grade American Studies class with Ryan Ogi and Josh White as well as a section of Lit Ac…
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This week’s guest is Hannah Doran. Hannah teaches Seminar, a leadership course that teaches students who have historically struggled to engage find success in school and develop the tools to become self-directed leaders of their own learning. She discusses more about this course and how she supports students in our interview. She also talk about wh…
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In this episode, I talk with Social Studies facilitator Kyle Smoker. Kyle teaches 9th Grade Integrated Geographic Studies. This year he’ll be partnered with Lauren Brennan as well as one of our new SPED teachers, Sara Milius and our new ESL Teacher, Darcy Botham in the 9th grade integrated classes. Kyle will also be co-teaching a section of US Hist…
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Today’s conversation is with Arvada’s principal and one of my personal heroes, Gina Yacovetta. Gina has been a really amazing mentor to me and I have been honored to learn countless things from her about leadership, supporting our community and so much more since I started a year ago. In our podcast, I ask her about some of the successes and challe…
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In this episode, I sit down with one of our fantastic science teachers, Dr. Barb Steward. Barb teaches Nutrition Science and Chemistry at Arvada. She also runs the Link Leader program, which is a peer leadership program that teaches our students skills to be community leaders and become role models for our student body. She’s also starting a studen…
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Jaxon Curtis interviews former Big Blue and USU Spirit Squad member, Kaleb Redden. Dr. Kaleb Redden is currently a sports medicine physician in Boise, Idaho and recently competed in NBC's Titan Games. They talk about his experience at Utah State and what it was like to be around Dwayne Johnson.
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I’m really excited about our first guest, Jon Cihlar. I had the opportunity to meet with him on July 8 of 2020, right in the middle of the summer of our pandemic. We really are so lucky to have Jon on our staff as he brings a really grounded and thoughtful teaching style to all of his classes. Last year, he taught Computer Science and AP Lang as we…
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Jaxon Curtis interviews former Utah State RB, Gerold Bright joins the podcast today. He talks about his upbringing in Florida and his experience at Utah State.
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Jaxon Curtis interviews former Aggie basketball star, Jalen Moore. Moore talks about getting recruited by Coach Stew Morrill at age 15 and what it was like playing for the Aggies. They also discuss what it was like choosing to not play in the NBA and how he's started Next Level basketball with his brother, Grayson Moore.…
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Jaxon Curtis interviews former USU football player, Dax Raymond. He now is currently with the Chicago Bears. They talk about his time at Utah State, how he chose an agent, and what his goals are.
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Jaxon Curtis talks with former Utah State basketball player, DeAngelo Isby. He left Utah State in March 2018 to go play professional basketball. They talk about his experience at Utah State and what he plans to accomplish in in his basketball career.
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Jaxon Curtis interviews former USU basketball star, Tai Wesley. They discuss stories from Coach Morrill, his experience with Aggie basketball, and what's it like to play in the National Basketball League (NBL). Tai currently plays for the South East Melbourne Phoenix, a new franchise that entered the league.…
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For most young men growing up in Goodna on the outer-fringes of Brisbane, Australia, Woolies pick and pack at $25 per hour seems like the best option. But for 19 year old Lisi, he wanted to do better than that. And so the New Zealand born rapper used Instagram to successfully create a worldwide fan base from his self-taped Instagram bedroom raps. I…
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Jaxon Curtis interviews USU Women's Basketball player, Marlene Aniambossou on Behind the Bull podcast. They talk about her clutch moments in an Aggie uniform and her plans after basketball.
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