The Standard Podcast

Reporters Anita Sosa (‘25) and Blu Belinky (‘26) debate over standout K-Pop releases in 2022, analyzing the end-of-year awards and predicting trends for the coming year.

Reporters Adrian Caillaux-Diaz, Colton Stenson and Theo Van Zyl interview guest Michael Dawson (’26) on his opinions about the 2023 NBA playoffs. Dawson gave his input on surprises and upsets of the second round in a podcast series that will continue next school year.

Spotify has rolled out a new discovery feed feature that allows users to scroll and listen to a preview of audio and video clips. While the feature is similar to TikTok, it can be an excellent tool for users who are looking for new music.

Reporters Adrian Caillaux Diaz (’26), Colton Stenson (’26) and Theo Van Zyl (’26) review the Premier League and talk about what is to come this season. The league was full of surprises, with some teams impressing and others disappointing.

The FIFA World Cup commenced Nov. 20 in Qatar. Lead Sports Editor Spencer Towfighi and First Take Club Media Director Rishi Kurada (’23) discuss their expectations and predictions for the World Cup.

Reporters Audrey Cushman (’26) and Sanna Ekroth (’26) interview Layla Khatiblou (’25), an Iranian student, on her reaction to Mahsa Amini’s death and how it impacted those close to her.

Media Team members Rahil Punshi ('25) and Nassef Sawiris ('25) debrief the Ballon d'Or winners and discuss the rankings of players. The Ballon d’Or is an annual soccer award presented by news magazine France Football, honoring the male players that have performed best that year.

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) is a technology developed to detect offsides and fouls in soccer games that the referee cannot accurately witness. Reporter Adrian Caillaux Diaz, Colton Stenson (’26) and Alessandro Arpaio (’26) debrief the effects of VAR on the soccer world stage.

Subhead:  Lead Opinions Editor Mia George and Lead Features Editor Rudi Chamria debrief Italy and Sweden’s shift to far-right political leadership, Russia’s escalation in the mobilization of troops and the surprising expenses of the 2022 midterm U.S. elections.

Varsity soccer player Sara Kim (’24) reflects on her position as a sophomore on the team and shares her individual as well as team goals for the upcoming season.

Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Online Daniel de Beer and Lead Opinions Editor Mia George debrief the most important political stories of the past week.

Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Online Daniel de Beer and Lead Opinions Editor Mia George debrief the most important political stories of the past week.

Interested in learning more about the recent French presidential election? This week’s Politics Update podcast breaks down the event. Listen to a new episode of the Politics Update Podcast here.

Varsity track and field team Captain Arthur Sadrian (’23) shares his goals for the season and discusses the team dynamic, upcoming competitions and favorite memories from past seasons.

Staff Writer Rahil Punshi and F1 club co-leader Joe Hewett (‘22) debrief the final events of the 2021 Formula 1 season and the sport’s return in Bahrain while discussing the future of the 2022 season.

Interested in learning more about Latin America’s current political climate and the U.K.’s relations with Saudi Arabia? Listen to a new episode of the Politics Update Podcast here.

MS Community Action Integrationist Sean Ross talks about his experiences and identity.

Opinions Editor: Print Daniel de Beer and Lead Opinions Editor Mia George debrief the Ukraine-Russia conflict. They explain the roots of the problem, recent key events escalating the tensions and what the future has in store for the U.S.' relationship with both countries and the possibility of further Russian invasion.

Opinions Editor: Print Daniel de Beer and Lead Opinions Editor Mia George debrief the Belarus migrant crisis, the origins of the dispute, the presence of geopolitics in the crisis and its status today.

Opinions Editor: Print Daniel de Beer and Lead Opinions Editor Mia George discuss the Build Back Better Bill proposed by U.S. President Joe Biden and Sudan’s power-sharing political agreement in this week’s Politics Update.

Staff Writers Chase Cerrell and Anna Reznick discuss personal studying recommendations and speak to MS Grade 6 Learning Specialist Jessica Yarow to learn some of her tips and preferences. 

As finals are looming, one can learn tips for staying engaged during class with The Study Sesh Podcast. Gabi Dawson ('24) shared her personal experiences with handling workload and motivation.

Media Director Maarya Shafqat Adil and Staff Writer Yasmina Kassir discuss celebrating Eid al-Fitr in a school where Muslims are a minority. 

Yasmina and Maarya discuss how Islamophobia manifests during the holy month of Ramadan. 

Meghan Lang (’22), Olivia Lang (’22) and Maddie Wilkin (’22), leaders of the Girls in Sports Club, discuss their motives for starting their club. Listen here to learn more about the importance of their club and the impact they hope to make.

The Standard Podcast: Insight on Islamaphobia with Maarya and Yasmina

Ayla Dhar (’22) and Maya Dhar (’22) discuss the inspiration and strategy behind their new club, The Open Forum Society. Listen here to learn more about how they created a safe space for open dialogue in the ASL community.

Kiki Agyei ('23) and Julia Laxer ('23) both speak about their inspiration and motive to create their new club Houses for Homes. Listen here to learn more about what they aspire to accomplish and change in the community. 

Harrison and Jack Cutler ('22) discuss their new club, offering insight into the entire process of creating the club and the significance behind it. Listen here to learn more about how they made the club, what inspired them and how they plan to continue. 

Science Teacher David Partridge discusses the models he's created to predict the future of COVID-19 and his time working with the World Health Organization. Listen here to learn more about how he thinks the pandemic will unfold. 

Health Teacher Bambi Thompson talks about what mindfulness is to her and its benefits to her wellbeing. Listen here to learn some techniques to be more mindful in your life and other helpful tips regarding mindset. 

Cala Lindsay ('21), who played Eponine, and Max Olsher ('21), who played Jean Valjean, take us behind the scenes in the production of the fall musical "Les Miserables." Listen here to learn more about how they deal with stage fright, the rehearsal process and their most meaningful moments.

Eli Anderson ('22) talks about his singing, songwriting, and adjusting to the stage light when he performs in front of the school. Listen here to learn more about his journey as a musician and how he creates his music.

Charlie Park ('20) talks about his fashion and media enterprise "Adults," describing how he wants the brand to symbolize the growth associated with adolescence and the process of becoming an a adult. Listen here to learn more about his four-year journey building the brand.