BULLDOG UNDERGROUND

Hey, everyone! BULLDOG UNDERGROUND is BACK! After a long hiatus, sorting through some technical issues, and some scheduling issues, we are very happy to be back!

This episode, we sit down with, Bulldog Hoops superstars, Jordan Pierce and Jordan Rickets to talk basketball after their recent STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN!

The crew rounds things off by  discussing our recent poll asking Bulldog Nation what their Spring Break has in store for them. So, thank you for your patience, and for coming back to check us out!

Happy Holidays from the Bulldog Underground!

This morning, we wanted to take some time to give our faithful audience a holiday treat by discussing our favorite holiday traditions and gifts given and received. Next, it’s a special HOLIDAY EDITION of “Beat the Clock” with this week’s special staff contestant. Finally we say goodbye to 2023 and take a peek at the start of another new year.

See you in 2024, Bulldog Nation!!!

Today, we speak with Bunnell junior, Lydia Oyshi Bhowmik about relocating to Stratford, the importance of her culture, and her passion for the performing arts as a member of Bunnell S.T.A.G.E., fresh off its amazing production of CLUE! We then shine our own spotlight on another important local business before we wrap up this week’s episode with a review of what’s ahead at BHS!

Thank you for joining us this week!

The poll this week asked our BHS community what their favorite childhood game was. The 4 choices involved some of the most popular games of the last 15 years. We asked the question and YOU responded! Time in to find out which game dominated the poll and what our hosts think of the results!

Next we’ve added some new questions to our Bulldog Underground Trivia game, “Beat the Clock” where we invited Tahlia Ellis to take a shot at the high score!

Lastly, we look at a few of the things happening at Bunnell as we head into the winter months!

Enjoy, listeners!

Good morning, listeners. This episode, we are going excited to bring you our first student interview of the season! Today we sit down with BHS Super Senior, Chrismeilyn Medina-Diaz and talk about the life changing experience moving from New York to Connecticut and why it’s important to get involved in your community. Next we feature a HUGE new local business addition to the area, and end out episode with some BHS highlights and a look ahead.

Thanks for joining us!

This week, we hope you’ll enjoy a special holiday treat of sounds and reactions from our very own Bunnell High School Dawg Pound, along with some cameos from this past Thanksgiving Rivalry game!   

Next, the crew shouts out another local business and looks to the road ahead for BHS!

Good Morning, Bulldogs! This week we asked, and you answered - 180 of you anyway! Which fast food burger staple reigns supreme? We’ll discuss the poll results, our own take on the issue, and share some insight about the places we pull up to and drive thru when we need that fast food fix! Next, Bunnell Alum and BHS maintenance staff member, Jon Och takes the hot seat for another round of “Beat the Clock”, and last, we find out what’s happened and what’s coming for BHS.

Thank you for tuning in!

With post-secondary plans ramping up for our seniors, this week’s poll focuses on life after BHS and the crew weighs in. In our 3rd round of “Beat the Clock”, BHS senior, takes a shot at the high score and we close with highlights from Bulldog Nation!

This week, the crew gets the opportunity to speak to the face of Stratford Public Schools, Dr. Uyi Osunde.  We learn about the man behind the vision and gain some insight on his own personal journey. We follow it up with by featuring another local business, and top things off with some BHS highlights and the week ahead for the Bulldogs!

Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, we bring back “In the Dawghouse With…” and sit down with Mr. Roberts and discuss teaching, horses and teacher pranks. We then introduce a new segment, “Digging For Bones” where we highlight a local business in and around Stratford, CT. The episode draws to a close with a couple of highlights from the past week and a look at what’s ahead for the Bulldogs in “Runnin’ With The Dawgs”.

Enjoy, and thank you all for watching and listening!

In this week’s episode, we take a closer look at our recent Halloween Movies poll and weigh in on the results. Next, we invite another special guest to try to Beat The Clock with BHS Trivia and wrap things up with the week past and week ahead for Bunnell!

Welcome to Bulldog Underground Season 2! In today’s episode, your S2 crew goes live and on camera for the first time and share a little bit about themselves. The first “Bulldog Bite” of the season builds upon our listeners responses to our recent poll about school dances, with Homecoming on the horizon. Next, we introduce a new segment, “Dog-sitting” where we invite a member of the BHS community in to take a quiz on Bunnell trivia. The gang wraps it up with a look at the week ahead for our Bunnell community!

Well Bulldogs, we made it! 33 episodes of Bulldog Underground and Season 1 is complete. We wrap up the season by recapping this year in review and what our favorite episodes were. We then interviewed the man who came up with the idea, Mr. Chris Koch. He talks about where he grew up, some of his favorite songs, and some weird habits he has. We also follow with our last Dawg Tracks. It has been an amazing run this year and we can’t thank you guys enough for your support through it all. We will truly miss you guys and are looking forward to seeing where Bulldog Underground goes in the future. The Pod will always have a special place in all of our hearts.

The Pod signing off,

Andrea, Julian, Jennae, and Chris

Good morning, everybody! This week's episode features your hosts talking about summer plans compared to those summers of early childhood as they prepare to take that next step in their lives. Stratford High School's Top Red Devil, Principal, Jack Dellapaino joins us underground and talks about his work at SHS, in the community, and his deep connections to Bunnell. We pump you up with 5 new songs for the playlist and discuss what lies ahead at BHS.

Enjoy the weekend, and please be sure to celebrate Memorial Day, and remember those who have fallen in the line of duty for our country.

Welcome back, listeners! As the school year heads down the home stretch, we discuss future plans, and where we plan to be next year. Dan Jaskot, of Empower Leadership, takes a seat in our studio and shares his "why" about the importance of team-building and bringing out leadership within others. Your Bulldog Underground playlist gets another jolt with 5 new tracks added this week, and the crew takes a peek at the week ahead at BHS!

Enjoy and have a great start to your day!

Good Morning, BHS!

We are back with EPISODE 30!!! Today, we hear all about Bunnell Prom 2023 and talk about some of our favorite teachers, past and present in celebration of the final day of Teacher Appreciation Week. Next up, two of our favorite siblings talk about their experiences at Bunnell and the things that they enjoy most about each other as sisters and fellow students. Of course, we drop 5 new tracks onto our playlist to help you get through, the week ahead at BHS.

Enjoy and have a great weekend, Bulldogs!

This week, your hosts kick off the pod with a funny discussion over who would be the first one "to go" in a horror film. Next, we are joined by "the Voice of Bunnell", Assistant Principal, Frank Tatto who shares a bit about himself and his time in high school. Five new tracks get released on our playlist compilation and we take a look at the week ahead at BHS.

Enjoy!

Would YOU ever? This week the hosts talk about some crazy things and weigh in to see if they would ever do try them and what their reasoning is behind their choices. Next, one of our newest additions to BHS, Mrs. Melendez, dives into where she came from, how many languages she can speak, and her shopping and coffee addictions. We add 5 new songs this week to “Dawg Tracks” and give a preview for the weeks coming up at Bunnell! 

Enjoy!

Exactly 6 months after we launched the Bulldog Underground Pod, the crew kicks off episode 26 with a bite that asks each host to dig deep about the one thing they’d like to go back and change about their lives if they were able to do so. Joining your hosts this week is everyone’s favorite substitute, our own Mr. Harold Fleger who shares his story and his second career as our beloved building substitute. You KNOW we’ve got 5 new songs to add a little kick to your music library, and as always, we round the episode out with a very busy next two weeks at BHS.

Last but not least, we hope you enjoy a well-deserved Spring Break. We’ll be back on the air in two weeks!

What are some of your biggest pet peeves or the things that get under your skin? This week's Bulldog Bite unveils some of the things that can drive our 4 hosts a little crazy at times. Next, BHS Counselor, Amanda Ferrara comes down and spends some time on our couch, and shares her story and her road to BHS. The playlist marches on with 5 new "Dawg Tracks" and we talk SPRING with the arrival of the Spring sports season and the 2nd Annual "Spring Fling" Dance at BHS!

Episode 25 - WOW! Thanks for listening!!!

This week, the crew builds off of a recent discussion of playing board games, with a little friendly trivia battle! So, check it out and see which one of your hosts reigns as the trivia champ! Next, we all sit down with Mrs. Alicea, one of Bunnell's beloved Art teachers, to learn more about her life journey and why she is so passionate about all things art. Check out the 5 new additions to "Dawg Tracks", and get a lead on what's ahead for the BHS community!

Enjoy and spread the word, everyone!

Happy St.Patricks Day! In this week's episode, your hosts share their March Madness brackets as the tournament starts, and reflect back on the pandemic on the 3-year anniversary of the day the world changed. Next, we are beyond excited to welcome the UConn Men's Basketball's ALL-TIME leading scorer, Chris Smith to the studio where he talks about his basketball journey, and how it ultimately led him back home to help others in his community. And...you know we have 5 more music tracks for you all to check out, as well as a look ahead at what's going on in the Bunnell community! 

Enjoy this episode, everyone!

Good Morning, Bulldog Nation, and welcome to episode 22! We are thrilled to welcome BHS senior, Grace Caldwell to our studio where she discusses where she's been and where she's heading! This week's "bite" features your hosts having some fun sharing their favorite games/apps. Five new tracks are added to the playlist for our listeners to check out, and as always, we close it out with the week ahead for Bulldog Nation!

Enjoy y'all!

March is upon us, the crew takes time to go back and remember some of their best school photos... and worst. Next, this week we bring to you someone you know and love, Miss Michelle Scatamacchia. She discusses all the clubs and organizations she runs here at Bunnell High School. With March being Woman's History Month, she also dives into how much she loves this topic. We've got a new edition of Dawg Tracks. And as always, we finish it off with a rundown of what's to come, down here in the...Underground.

BHS Alum, Victor Dawson, comes back to Bunnell and speaks to your hosts about change a decade removed from his own graduation. For the bite, the crew reminisces about snow days gone by, drops another 5 tracks on your playlist, and highlights the week ahead at BHS.

Enjoy!

This week, we sit down with a special guest, the Rev. Mary McBride-Lee (Ms. Lee to those that know her well), as she shares her remarkable life story;  from growing up in the Jim Crow south, marching in Selma, and witnessing Dr. King deliver his iconic speech, to the path that brought her to Connecticut where she continues to inspire others as a teacher and preacher. During our Bulldog Bite, your hosts describe their morning routines, and, later share 5 new songs along with a preview of life ahead as a Bunnell Bulldog!

We hope that you enjoy this very special episode.

Do YOU know the popular myths and urban legends that are out there? Well, sit back and listen to the gang talk about some of the things you've been told and often wondered about. Next, join BHS junior, Bolelembe Iboki as he shares his thoughts on leadership as the President of Bunnell's Men of Color Organization! We've added more music tracks to our playlist, and we round things out with, "Runnin' With the Dawgs!"

Enjoy the episode!

Welcome back, listeners! 

Hot show today when special guest, Asst. Principal, Mr. John Ramos II stops by the studio to drop some knowledge on the crew. What if you were trapped in a store - ANY STORE - for 24 hours? What store would you choose, and where would you spend most of the time? Check out the hosts' answers on the bite. Next, dawg tracks drops 5 more tunes on your playlist and we head to a local Stratford legend for some great food during Dawg Treats. As always, we round it out with the week ahead at B H S.

Enjoy!

This week, Andrea, Julian, Jennae, and Chris share their thoughts on favorite late-night "go-to" snacks before jumping into an interview with 1st year BHS social studies teacher, Ms. Katherine Holden, fresh off her first semester as a Bulldog! Next, the gang recommends 5 more music tracks to add to your playlist and maps out the week ahead for Bunnell.

Enjoy! 

This week, we are excited to welcome Stratford's Teacher of the Year, Bunnell-Stratford Marching Band Director, and music teacher, Jim Miller to the pod! Mr. Miller shares his story of a life spent in music education, and the gang discusses superstitions on this Friday the 13th! Check out our latest underground tunes and get a sneak peek at the week ahead at BHS! 

Happy MLK Jr Day, Bulldog Nation!

Happy 2 0 2 3 Bulldog Nation! 

Join Andrea, Julian, Jennae and Producer Chris, as they ring in the new year with a recap of the recent holiday season and put 2022 in the rearview. Next the crew sits down with Bunnell Athletic Director, Wayne Thrall who talks about the importance of sports in his life, and touches upon the impact of school spirit. Next up, the crew delivers its very own, "Bleacher Report" live from Tuesday's BIG win over crosstown rival, Stratford in boy's hoops! Five more songs join the Underground playlist, and we wrap things up with the week ahead at Bunnell High School. 

So, thanks for listening - we're happy to be back!

Bulldog Underground goes in front of a LIVE! studio audience for the first time ever, and is proud to welcome back BHS Alum, and current Yale University student, Rayhan Negedu! Your hosts discuss holiday wish lists and New Year's resolutions with a little help from our audience lay down some tracks for the holiday season, and review the week ahead in sports. 

So, enjoy the episode, and best wishes for a safe, happy holiday season!!!

The crew kicks things off this morning with their thoughts on the "dream jobs" they'd like to have if they had the chance to do anything. The bite serves as the perfect segway into our "In the DawgHouse With..." interview with our very own, Bunnell Principal, Dr. Katie Graf, a guest we've had planned for a long time now! Dr. Graf shares a bit about herself along with her passion for education, and landing her "dream job" as Principal of Bunnell High School. Finally, we round out the episode by serving up 5 new songs to add to your playlist, and giving listeners a preview of the week ahead in and around our school.  

Good morning fellow Bulldogs! We're talking sweet treats this morning as the crew weighs in on the desserts they enjoy most. Next, we sit down and talk with Tyler (T Swizzle) Swist about life as a senior at Bunnell High School and the way he's gotten involved in his school community. Next, we toss 5 new music tracks your way and wrap things up with the week ahead around Bunnell. So, thanks for tuning in, and be sure to follow us as we have some even BIGGER things coming soon!

Your hosts are back and on the mend from some recent battles with illness. Today they talk about illnesses and injuries in the bite. Then get to know your hosts just a little bit better as they interview each other. Check out the next round of songs you should be listening to, and of course, Runnin' With the Dawgs! It's light, it's fun and it's just what the doctor ordered!

So, we didn't want to miss an opportunity to reach out to Bulldog Nation! So here, is an abbreviated HOLIDAY edition of Bulldog Underground, featuring a Thanksgiving-themed bite, and some "sounds from the Dawg Pound as the BIG BHS v. SHS rivalry was happening on the field. We hear from a few students - one who almost nails the final score on the nose, and hear from a special guest who gives us her prediction, and the secret recipe for her favorite Thanksgiving dish. We add a few more songs to our playlist and close things out with Runnin' With the Dawgs.

We hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving and we'll see you back next week with a full episode!

Thanksgiving time means family, food, and football rivalries! Tune in as we discuss our favorite rivalries and our own hot takes. We welcome a guest we have had circled for a long time, a man who is known to many for giving back to his community and helping others, Bunnell Head Football Coach Ty Jenkins takes some time to discuss his tenure at Bunnell and how his thoughts leading up to the big Thanksgiving football game. You asked for it...you got it! Our very first edition of "Dawg Treats" is here as we took to the road to try some of the delicious food at Oar and Oak. Enjoy the episode everyone!!!

Have you ever been able to sit down and talk with someone who served our country in wartime? With Veterans Day 2022 approaching, Stratford Veteran, Bill O'Brien ventured below ground to tell us some personal stories about his experiences as a marine in Vietnam, and discuss his strong ties to our Stratford community, a place he's called home since he was 5 years old. We also celebrate a birthday with our very own Jennae (aka J-Will) and spend some time reminiscing about some of our favorite birthday memories and gifts. A new 5 songs you should be listening to this week, and find out what lies ahead for Bulldog Nation!

With the midterm elections right around the corner, we are very proud to welcome the one and only, Mayor of Stratford, Laura Hoydick to our podcast. We dive right in to discuss service, campaigning, and what it means to run our town. Did you ever wish that you could have superpowers? Well, join the crew as they share the powers they wish they had! We're also back for another top 5 songs to tune into with "Dog Tracks" before wrapping up with a look at the week ahead.

Halloween is right around the corner, and you know what that means! We are bringing some extra holiday spirit to the pod this week. Join us as Bunnell teacher Mr. Ginand (BHS Class of '98) tells us a few ghost stories, and we all share our favorite costumes and the candy we want in our treat bags! Our NEW segment, "Dog Tracks", is here as we sample our favorite tunes of the week. 

Happy Halloween, Bulldog Nation!

What would the crew want nearby if stranded on a desert island? In the Dawg House discusses leadership and getting involved, with a true Bulldog superstar student.

This week we go through everyone's go to place to eat and all that we've tried.  Special Guest Orlando comes on to talk about more than just keeping Bunnell safe.

Welcome to our very first ever episode. Join us as we jump right into the fire with some hot takes and special guest.

Get ready baby! Almost time to head down under. See you soon...