KennedyStrong

This year's Christmas Special trumps even last year's Christmas Special. It's a compilation of about tradition and Christmas stories. Tune in to get into the holiday spirit!

Even though this week we struggled with an audio glitch, it's still worth a listen since a spooky month calls for spooky stories and fun memories. Listen in to our group's candy favorites, past and present costumes, along with our favorite halloween memories. It's time to get our spook on. Happy Halloween!

Today you'll hear a few supernatural stories from our podcast crew. They go into in depth detail about each creature and their origins. We hope these stories give you a fright, for you may not sleep tonight.

This week we bring you a special episode, an episode we hope you find inspirational. We welcomed Anaheim’s own Poet Laureate, Grant Hier, into our studio. We learned about him through our own Anaheim Union district librarian, Mrs. Regina Powers, who also joins us this week. Mr. Hier shares his background, writing philosophies, and future plans for budding artists. Mrs. Powers presents her plans for a district-wide creative writing magazine for students. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss!

The podcast club loves October, and they ring in the month with a discussion of the Day of the Dead, a tradition celebrated in the Hispanic culture. The kids give an in-depth overview of the holiday and a brief overview of its comparisons to the American holiday of Halloween. Keep listening to the end when they cover folklore and ghost stories. You don’t want to miss this one.

October is the month of spirits, wandering souls, the Day of the Dead, and superstitions. Take a listen to this week’s episode wherein our podcast club talks about Witchcraft -- a perfect topic to start the month. They discuss the definition of witchcraft, the Salem Witch Trials, and much, much more. Make sure to listen in with an open mind and open heart, for not all witches are as bad as made out to be.  

Ever wondered about school newspaper or video news? Then you’re listening to the right episode. Hear from our very own Copy Editor and Editor in Chief of The Shamrock Newspaper. They discuss the generation of ideas, journalism and free press, their favorite columns, the hard work that goes into our bi-weekly Shamrock News video, and the class potlucks they both love. Thank you, Faith and Mel, for sharing your stories.

For our second episode of the season, we invited our new principal and assistant principal into the studio for a meet-and-greet. We promise you will enjoy getting to know their personalities, their educational philosophies, and details about their family -- including pets. After listening, be sure to take us up on this week’s challenge. 

Welcome to Season 2 of the KennedyStrong Podcast. The podcast club launches the new season with an introduction to upcoming episodes and themes, requests for new episode ideas and participants, additional opportunities to engage with the podcast club, and small talk with members new and old. Be sure to listen until the very end when their discussions take a one-minute detour towards thoughts on witchcraft. We look forward to bringing you another fun season of what makes Kennedy strong!

This is the final episode of season 1 of the KennedyStrong Podcast. We would like to thank all students who played a role in making this season a big success. Enjoy your summer and see you next year!  

We have two special guests in the studio today, and you’re in for a special treat. One of our Shamrock newspaper staff and our own school psychologist join one of our club members to discuss mental health challenges and supports. This episode is both personal and insightful. It’s one you won’t want to miss.

Two Kennedy sophomores are in the studio this afternoon to discuss movie remakes. They delve into Poltergeist, IT, the Halloween franchise, Carrie, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and more. If you like movies, horror films specifically, this is your episode. Maybe you’ll even get as worked up as they do!

Ivy, Nadia, and Ceci are here today to talk about sea life and the environment, specifically how the Aquarium of the Pacific helps with saving sea life and how it contributes to make the environment better. They have looked to see how it ties to Kennedy. It’s a great episode about recycling. Enjoy!

Welcome to the Kennedy Strong Podcast.  We have three sophomore students from Kennedy discussing the inaccurate depiction of teens in film and tv. They discuss Means Girls, High School Musical, Boy Meets World, and many more. It’s an interesting discussion about generational issues that you won’t want to miss.

Most people today live lives that aren’t their own. They mostly follow the same basic pattern: going through school until college, finding a spouse, baring children, and ultimately having their children start back on square one. Is there anyway you think we could stop this tedious existential realism we call “life”? Of course, all you have to do is listen to today’s podcast. Because on today’s podcast Khalil, Konrad, and Jorge are going to inform us on the various other opportunities after school outside of college.

Society wants you to get into a job you like but, get played for it. Yet there are many people who want creative jobs but avoid since there that are at times looked down upon. Listen in to two of our very own Club members talk about it. Hope you enjoy this episode and find it entertaining or insightful if you're looking to join the creative field.

Have you ever been curious as to what counts as a myth or a mythology? Wanted to hear, well a less professional look into mythologies? Well do we have a treat for you! Listen in as four students go on many tangents about greek, norse and japanese mythologies. We may even get into some cultural lore. Happy listening.

Welcome to today’s podcast about Criminal Justice. We’ll be learning about the Criminal justice class and how it helps students learn about the search for evidence needed during a jury or bench trial. The field of Criminal Justice can send criminals to jail and convict them at trial, so it’s an important one, and we are lucky to have this experience for students at Kennedy. Listen in and hear what we have to say about this topic and more, including ROP, our favorite crime Netflix shows, and even parole. Happy listening.

We have a special sports episode for you today. In this episode, four sophomores, two of whom are swimmers, discuss the Kennedy High School swim team. They discuss their improvements, achievements, and dedication to this sport. Hope this episode brings more light to our Kennedy swim team.

Today’s episode brings you a Kennedy student who suffers from ADHD. He spends the episode talking about his personal experience as a student, juggling school work and other responsibilities that can become very overwhelming. Adding a mental illness on top of that can cause serious stress and depression. You get a glimpse into the world of ADHD, as this episode travels from the topic at hand to video games to mythology. It’s a crazy ride -- enjoy!

Mario, Adrian, and Andy are here today to talk about the 2017 boys volleyball team. They are here today to get into the details of the 2017 boys volleyball championship, and how Kennedy won CIF. Additionally, they spend a little time just talking about Irish sports and band. Sports fans, enjoy.

Kennedy brings you another episode of what makes us unique. Not only do we have a cheerleading program, but we have one amazing male on the squad. He is a tumbler and a flyer and not one to be missed on the field. Listen in as he talks with three other sophomores about the challenges, fun, and nerves associated with being in cheer. Hopefully this episode will intrigue you just like the others have. Enjoy!

If you like wrestling, today’s episode is for you. In the studio we have John De La O from the Orange County Championship Wrestling. He is a wrestling manager, wrestler, MMA fighter, and dojo owner from Orange County, California. He and one of our KennedyStrong Podcast club members discuss the business of wrestling, how to get into a wrestling career, how wrestling programs work, and his wrestling podcast. It’s a great episode -- you don’t want to miss it.

In the studio today are sophomores Adrian, Cedeno, and their special guest Kyle. They are here to talk about one of John F. Kennedy’s most popular clubs -- Key Club. We hope you enjoy not only the interview, but also the banter afterwards. Enjoy!

Hello and welcome to this episode of the KennedyStrong podcast. We have some Kennedy students here joining us and today we’re going to take a dive into different ethnicities. One not well known, and the other recognized world wide -- Armenian and Filipino to be exact.

Two sophomores bring a senior, Raymond, into the studio to talk about the Kennedy football team. They talk about how hard he hits, when he started playing, and why other kids should join the team. Football fans, enjoy!

On today's episode, we have four students in the studio. Three sophomores are interviewing a multiple sports and instrument player, Sean Jusi. They will be discussing his life and how he started basketball, volleyball, and music.  We will also learn how he manages his time so he can also focus on school work. We will be asking what inspires him to play sports and play music. They had a lot of fun, and you will, too.

We have a special episode for you today. We have three teens in the studio today who are willing to share their experiences with depression and anxiety. This episode will cover some heavy topics, and some personal stories will be shared. They will also give out some websites or numbers to call if you deal with anxiety and depression. We hope this episode finds you well and gives you more of an insight into teens struggling with depression and/or anxiety.

For today’s episode we have a Kennedy cross country member in studio. He talks with our hosts about the team as a family, the great coaching, and gives words of advice for any students interested in joining. Enjoy their chat.

Today’s topic is interesting. Wilbert is a basketball player on the JV basketball team. So in today’s episode we interview Wilbert. We also discuss some hobbies and talents that we all have. Enjoy the episode.

Hello and welcome, again, to the KennedyStrong Podcast. Today the studio is full with students who are passionate about video games, so it makes sense. Listen to them discuss video gaming history, new releases, the school tournament, and the gaming culture through students’ eyes. We may even bring in our own gamer girl. Listen in to learn about the mindset of teen gamers.

Hello and welcome, again, to the KennedyStrong Podcast. Today we have in studio three juniors. They are here to discuss online reviews of Kennedy High School to see how the community views our school. They discuss the reviews, tell stories, provide counterarguments, and offer solutions. This episode is a lot of fun, yet, most importantly, insightful at the same time.

Today we are here with Travis Wells and Kyle Wu to talk about Bob Sykes who is the current coach of John F Kennedy’s varsity football team, specifically how he accomplished and met the standards of becoming Orange County’s Coach of the Week. He has spent most of his life coaching numerous colleges and high schools and is a walk on hire to the Fighting Irish team.  He was also a former quarterback for the University of Arkansas along with playing over at St. Louis High School in Hawaii. Enjoy!

In this episode, a couple of 10th grade students recap the 2018 Halloween get-together put on by the Kennedy Gay Straight Alliance Club. Additionally, listen in as the students discuss the GSA Club and what it’s like to a part of it.

Today we have three students from Kennedy here to talk about how the Podcast grant our teacher received that allowed us to do the KennedyStrong podcast. Also, in the recording , we have a special guest from the Education Foundation in Orange County, Kristin Crellin.

Tiffany Cao, Daryl Parayno and Gabby Sandoval are here to tell you about being a Kennedy singer.  Specifically being in the choir at Kennedy High School. Tiffany has been in choir for three years, but has only been in choir at Kennedy for two. Daryl also has been in choir for three years but has never been in choir at Kennedy. They both to sing with all their heart. Gabby has never been in choir but is very interested in learning more about music and dancing. This episode offers something for everyone!

Hello, Kennedy family. Today we are talking about people who reach into others’ lives and help them -- just with other species. Mrs. Comer, a Kennedy teacher, raises service dogs, and she is here to answer some of our questions about what it’s like to train them. Enjoy this episode!

Welcome to the episode of how electronics is changing education and the social lives of teenagers? We have three students in the studio today who are going to talk about today’s modern technology and how it compares to the technology in the past. They are also going to talk about how it has shaped today’s social and school environments. Enjoy!

Welcome to another episode of the KennedyStrongPodcast.  Today, we have two sophomores in studio to talk about our school band, the Shamrock Regiment Marching Band. They talk about their travel, fundraising, competitions, friendships, best times, and funny stories. Ever thought about if band for you? This is a good episode to help you decide!

Welcome to the Kennedy strong podcast. Today three students from Kennedy High School are here to talk about volunteering, the benefits of it, and why you should volunteer your time. All three have given their time in order to help their community. They will share their stories about the times they did community service and how it benefited them.

Four sophomores join us today on the podcast to discuss what’s happening with regard to safety in and around schools. With all that we hear on the news today about school shootings, our students have some clear opinions about Measure M monies, security, and safety training. It’s an interesting episode if you want to hear what students think about this tough issue.

We have very special guests in the studio today -- golf coach JT, principal Dr. Zurbano, and Irene Kim, a senior at Kennedy and and golf team captain. But not only is Irene a senior and golf captain, but also OC Player of the Year and CIF Southern California Champion.  Listen in to her story, comments from her coach and principal, and her future plans. We, literally, have a star in our midst.

Listen to four of our tenth grade students discuss technology. They begin with an overview of E3, the Electronic Entertainment Expo, but quickly move onto the impact of tech in the classroom and in their lives. Listen in and learn about the impact of technology on teens’ lives in the 21st century.

Listen to three of our tenth grade students discuss access to personal necessity items on campus. They review the law, share personal stories, and reveal the need for our schools to consider this proposal. Listen in to their suggestions and potential solutions. It’s a good episode -- you’re going to learn quite a bit!

This episode we are here with our Fighting Irish Girls Wrestling Team members and captain Maddie Camp -- our own National Wrestling Champion. Listen to the girls discuss what makes girls wrestling so special.

“Twas the eve before 3 o’clock, And all through the school, Not a creature was stirring, but students sure were. The mics were set up and tested with care, No one was ready for what was to air. Carols, traditions and mad libs galore, Coming from room 206 out the door. For the season from the crew, A holiday special all made just for you.

One Kennedy junior joins a couple KennedyStrong podcast club members to discuss a local nonprofit organization: Casa Youth Shelter. This is an important organization whose mission is to help struggling teens. Listen in and learn how you, too, can help.

Three juniors from Kennedy are here to talk about Toys for Tots. Kennedy has participated in this for years, helping many people in the community. This tradition on campus has been able to help those less fortunate during the holiday season -- giving them something to enjoy.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be in the high school band? Our students this week talk about the fun, the benefits, the optional band trips, the pressure, and the friends. Three of our sophomores invited the Assistant Drum Major in for a little Q & A, too -- and she has some interesting insight into what it takes to lead our phenomenal marching band. Take a listen if you want to hear the insight secrets.

This week our Kennedy students get political. Wonder about trade wars? Tariffs? Our relationship with China with regard to business? Listen in and hear what students feel about imports, spending, wealth, community resources, budgets, jobs, homeless, and why it’s important to buy “Made in the USA.” It’s a great, political episode without actually being political -- listen and learn from two of our own, informed, Kennedy sophomores.

Welcome to our first episode to discuss star signs. Today we talk about zodiacs, in particular, how they are determined, how they affect your personality, and what they all mean. Have you ever wondered if zodiac signs make or break relationships? Play a role in family relationships? This is the episode for you, as you will listen to Kate, Angelina and Vanessa share all they know about star signs.