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DayBreak is a news and opinion show for all ages. Hosted by two middle-schoolers, this show features interviews with experts and tips form listeners that put a new spin on the news. Infused with fun, this podcast comes out every week with new stories on current topics. Subscribe now!

Pippa Schroeder and Brynn Campbell

  • Dec 10, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • monthly NEW EPISODES
  • 23m AVG DURATION
  • 24 EPISODES


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Latest episodes from DayBreak

Daybreak | Holiday Announcement!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2020 3:05


We’re taking a break for the holiday season! (Listen to learn more)

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with an Outdoor Teacher | 3 of the Spookiest National Parks

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2020 29:50


This month we have an awesome quote of the week from Robert Swan, interview Weslie Cymerman, an awesome outdoor teacher, and go on a road trip to the 3 spookiest National Parks in the USA!

Daybreak | Quote of the Month | Interview with a Sailing Instructor | The Daring Escape of Solomon the Tortoise

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 20:17


This episode contains our quote of the week from Louisa May Alcott, an interview with Sailing Instructor Gerry Shimek, and a news story about one Tortoise who ran away to slowly see the sights of Tennessee. Plus, we will also announce the show's future, and how we're changing things up in Season 3.

*SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!* We’re moving Season 3’s start date!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 2:16


Hi Daybreak friends and fans, we just wanted to let everyone know that we’re moving the start of Season 3 tentatively to Oct. 7. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our schools and activities are starting up in a virtual environment and both of us need to get our bearings before starting our next season. We will be publishing bonus material though to keep all of our listeners engaged. Also, stay tuned for more info of what’s going on with our kid led episode. Thanks for understanding what we have to do, and make sure to listen in for more updates. Sincerely, Pippa & Brynn

DayBreak | Interview with a Neighborhood Alder/Concert Promoter | The Case of the Mischievous Marsupial | Quote of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 33:56


This episode contains a quote from Booker T. Washington and an Interview with Alder and Concert Promoter Tag Evers. We also have a special announcement (more details below), and a news story on a young kangaroo named Jack who was found hopping around on the streets in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We will be back with our 3rd season of DayBreak on Sep 1st!!!!!!!!!! Keep questioning and stay curious. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT We are inviting our listeners (kids/teens) to participate in an episode! If you have just listened to the podcast and are interested in doing either the news story, quote, or interview for the kid-led episode please follow the instructions below to be considered for a segment: 1. Come up with an idea (who you would interview, what your news story would be, what quote you would do etc.) and BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING ELSE, send it to us at our email: daybreakpod@gmail.com 2. If we give you the go, start on your script (click script for more in-depth info on how to make a podcast). If your podcast segment isn't available or you don't like any of the other options we send you, save your idea. If this works, we may do another episode like this in the future! 3. Once you have finished your script, record your podcast segment. Make sure to record in a place that has lots of blankets or things that will soak up sound and do not record in a noisy room. Also, we would like to keep our episode clean from any language, as this is meant for kids and teens. 4. All done!! Send the audio file to us, and if you don't know how, ask a sibling/adult in your household to help. Make sure to send this to us by August 28th so we can edit the episode together. If you need any help troubleshooting, just email us at daybreakpod@gmail.com for even more info. Have fun!

DayBreak | Interview with a Photographer | Quote of the Week | What Happened When Two Emus Walked Into A Bar

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 19:32


This week on DayBreak we have on photographer Jen Lucas, a story of two mischievous emus who caused havoc at a hotel's pub, and our quote of the week. Make sure to review and subscribe! Jen Lucas's website: https://jenlucasphotography.com/jen/

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with an Insect and Butterfly Specialist | The Wayward Journey of one Confused Dog

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 28:49


This week we have our quote of the week and an interview with Skye Harnsberger, an Entomologist who specializes in Lepidopterans (butterflies, moths, and skippers). Also, after the break, we will hear about a golden retriever dog called Cleo who got a little lost trying to get home. Make sure to subscribe to never miss an episode! Link To D&M website: https://sites.google.com/view/dmgnl/ Link to Skye's Website: https://www.annaskyeharnsberger.com/

DayBreak | Inspirational Quote | Interview with a Jeweler/Tour Guide | Release Your Covid Tension in...Iceland?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 41:04


This episode contains an inspiring quote, and an interview with Lissa Flemming, a jeweler and past tour guide! Also, we have our crazy news story this week on a way to relax during this turbulent time that involves Iceland, speakers, and a whole lot of screaming. Don't forget to rate us on Apple podcasts and share this show! Check out Lissa's work here: https://www.silverwaves.net/ Me and my friends business (D&M Graphic Novel Library) here: https://sites.google.com/view/dmgnl/

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with the Producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show/Head of Content Marketing at American Girl | The Mysterious Dragon Lizard: Rediscovered After 100 Years

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 25:53


This episode contains our inspiring quote of the week and a special interview with the producer of The Oprah Winfrey Show and the head of content marketing at American Girl. Then we will end this episode with a tale of a species of dragon lizard rediscovered after 100 years of what was thought to be extinction. Make sure to share DayBreak with your friends and to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with the Director of The Madison Audubon Society | The Story Behind Sustainable Bug Butter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 23:56


In this episode, we’ll share an inspirational quote and interview Matt Reetz, the executive director of the Madison Audubon society. Also, we will end this episode with a tale of a new invention that certainly won't bug mother earth one bit. Make sure to subscribe and review us! Link To Madison Audobon Society: https://madisonaudubon.org Link to the Dudgeon-Monroe Graphic Novel Library Here: https://sites.google.com/view/dmgnl

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with the Wacky Wheeler | The Mysterious Passageways in Parliament

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 21:02


This episode contains an inspirational quote, an interview with Rob Summerbell, a wacky performer and master of the German wheel, and also a tale of some secret passageways discovered in a U.K. parliament wall. Please subscribe and enjoy the show! Link to the Wacky Wheeler's website here: http://wackywheeler.com/index.html

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview With a Freelance Writer/Journalist | The Case of the Musical Typewriters

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 29:09


This episode Includes an Inspiring quote about journalism and an interview with Bella Dally-Steele who is an awesome freelance Journalist and Writer and has worked for major companies like the BBC. We also talk about the Boston Typewriter Orchestra, and how they came to be. More info on D&M Graphic Novel Library Here! Or use the link here: https://sites.google.com/view/dmgnl/home?authuser=0

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with Computer Art Teacher/ Graphic Artist | The Woman Who Made History in Both Space and Sea

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 24:22


This episode contains an inspirational quote from artist Georgia O' Keefe, an interview with Jeanne Steele, a graphic design artistand a middle school computer art teacher, and a news tidbit about Kathy Sullivan, the woman who made history in both space and the sea. Stay tuned and make sure to rate us on Apple Podcasts!

DayBreak | Quote of the Week | Interview with a Director and Theatre Educator | The Crazy Cave of Crystals in Mexico

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 32:32


This episode contains a wise quote from famous actress Sally Field, and an interview with the Director of Education and Artistic Associate Erica Berman of CTM (Children's Theatre of Madison). Also, after our announcement break, we will learn more about a crazy cave that is filled with huge crystals, and the science behind this breathtaking sight. Link To support CTM: https://ctmtheater.org/support-us Link To CTM Facebook page (virtual classes): https://www.facebook.com/ChildrensTheaterOfMadison/

DayBreak | Spotlight on a Listener | Interview with a Water Resources Specialist/Commissioner | The Strange Story of the Pitcher Plant and the Shrew Poo

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 29:02


This last episode of our 1st season contains a spotlight on one of our listeners, an interview with Water Resources Specialist and Commissioner Ezra Meyer on how to keep our water and environment clean. Afterward, we will have our news tidbit on a strange relationship between a certain pitcher plant, and some much-needed shrew poo. Next season coming out on June 10th, so stay tuned for Season 2 of DayBreak!

DayBreak | Special Pet Episode | Spotlight on Some Animal Listeners | Interview with a Golden Retriever Breeder/Therapy Dog Trainer | The Craziest Emotional Support Animals

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 9:02


This episode contains an interview of several baby chicks and what they're doing to stay cute during this crazy time, an interview with Golden Retriever breeder/therapy dog trainer Judy Essmann, and a peek into the lives of some of the coolest emotional support animals In the world.

Bonus | Full COVID-19 Interview with Dr. Toby Campbell and OT Hayley Manley

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 37:01


This is the full live interview with Dr. Toby Campbell and OT Hayley Manley, so it’s best if you are a new listener to try one of our full episodes before listening to this. Link to live interview with video here.

DayBreak | Spotlight on a listener | Interview with the Owner of the Pizza Brutta Restaurant | A Lake of Only Jellyfish | Special Announcement

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 28:53


This episode contains a spotlight on listener Stella Balsley and what she is suggesting for all to do during this period, an interview with Derek lee, the owner of Neapolitan pizza restaurant Pizza Brutta.  Also, this week's news tidbit on a lake with some of the world's only jellyfish that don't sting. 

DayBreak | Spotlight on a Listener | Interview with a Voice Lesson Teacher and Actress | The Weirdest Dance

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 27:31


This week we will be introducing a new segment called the spotlight, where we will be asking different listeners from all over the world what they are doing to stay active, happy and healthy. We will also be interviewing Abby Nicols who is a voice lesson teacher and actress about her awesome job, and you'll be cracking up over this week's news tidbit on a crazy egg dance that was started in the 15th century!

DayBreak | Favorite Thing to Draw | Interview with an Artist | An Audience of One in Perm, Russa

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 24:09


This week's episode includes some favorite things to draw submitted in by listeners, and an interview with artist Emily Balsley. Then a news tidbit on a theatre in Perm, Russa that usually attracts a crowd, but now that coronavirus is a threat, will allow one spectator to see live shows in person. Favorite/least favorite thing about virtual learning poll here.

DayBreak | Best Books | Interview with a Piano Teacher/Music Director | Woman who Swallowed her Ring

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 22:22


This episode contains ideas from listeners on books that you should put on your must-read list, a peek into the life of piano teacher/music director Mark Wurzelbacher, and a 29-year-old woman who accidentally swallowed her engagement ring. Favorite thing to draw poll link here!

DayBreak | April Fools Day Ideas | Interview with a Library Assistant | Lost Sea Lion Found

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 22:35


This episode contains April Fool's ideas from listeners, a peek into the life of library assistant Acacia Latka and the story of a lost sea lion found on a road in Washington. Favorite book poll link here!

DayBreak | COVID-19 Facts | CC the Cloned Cat

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 15:28


This episode of DayBreak contains ideas from Hamilton Middle Schoolers on how you can stay occupied when being quarantined or stuck at home, the causes and effects of COVID-19 with a local school nurse, and CC the first cloned cat and her claim to fame. Make sure to listen and subscribe so you don't miss any episodes. Here's a link to Poll 1 and Poll 2 related to the podcast.

DayBreak | Trailer

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 0:47


DayBreak is a news and opinion show for all ages. Hosted by a middle-schooler, this show features interviews with experts and tips from listeners that put a new spin on the news. Infused with fun, this podcast comes out every week with new stories on current topics. Subscribe now

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