Success HS

Dear Success HS Listeners, Supporters, and Guests Worldwide, This episode will be the final installment of the Success HS Podcast. We thank you for your continued support over the almost 3-year production run of our show. We feel that we achieved the original aims set in the mission of our podcast and could not have done it without our families, the guests, and most of all, our listeners. As the #1 Global Podcast for High School Success we built a group of nearly 5,000 listeners mainly from 13-18-year-olds in almost 30 countries and maintained the 5.0-star rating on the Apple Podcasts platform as well as participating in Spotify's Next Wave program for student podcasts. Through building a tight-knight social media following, as well as appearing on local TV networks, published books, and in local journalism, and a YouTube presence, we hope we have inspired countless students across the world to live their definition of success. Mikey and Justin have plans to continue podcasting in the future and are planning to deliver more quality content soon, so keep an ear out! Again, we are humbled by the success of Success HS and thankful for anyone and everyone who played a role in our development of the show. Thanks for everything, and for the last time, Peace. Gratefully, Mikey Paine and Justin Morgan, Hosts & Founders, Success HS

For Episode 042, Mikey and Justin enjoy a conversation with junior Alvin Lee, one of the founders of GENup. GENup is a California based, statewide student-led social justice organization and student-activist coalition that strives to advocate for education through the power of youth voices. GENup was also selected by the XQ Institute to vet students who were featured on the national television special on ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC, #GraduateTogether, featuring performances from internationally-known artists and speakers such as President Obama and LeBron James. In the greater Bay Area, GENup has cultivated partnerships with teacher unions and educational policy drivers to spread their mission. Alvin shares the story about founding this organization, upcoming events, and the role educational policy has on our lives. his tips for high schoolers involved in making an impact. Remember to tell a friend like, subscribe, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform for the #1 Global Podcast for High School Success. Peace. GENup website: https://www.generationup.net/ Success HS website: http://successhs.net/

For Episode 041, Mikey and Justin interview Natraj Vairavan, an Irvington high school junior who was a contestant on Chopped Jr. in NYC, featured in the Mercury News and has recently released a cookbook on Amazon. Hear his progression of cooking and learn more with tips he offers for a beginning cook. Leave a review, subscribe, or like on your preferred podcast platform and share the show with your friends and family! Peace.

In Episode 040, hosts Mikey and Justin enjoy an insightful conversation with seniors Ryan Wong and Micah Kim, who bonded on their childhood hockey team. They each speak on their varied interests, such as DECA, photography, and the importance of education. Ryan and Micah offer advice to all listeners regarding balancing school and sports, finding your identity, and share their plans for the future. Remember to subscribe and leave a like or review the #1 Global Podcast for High School Success. Peace.

This conversation features an organization called FUSD Challenge Success, started at Mission San Jose High School in Fremont, rising MSJ senior Monica Manmadkar brought this initiative district-wide. FUSD Challenge Success aims to spread awareness about their mission: Success isn’t measured at the end of the semester but over the course of a lifetime. Monica Manmadkar, the founding President, and Tushar Dalmia, a MSJ rising junior, brought together a team to create an annual documentary-style video showcasing the community’s notions of success. Outside of this organization, Monica loves swimming and playing water polo for her school’s team, writing her blog, doing LD debate, and being active in her community. While being determined to make an impact on his community, Tushar is an active PF debater and enjoys going to multiple tournaments throughout the year. This episode details the beginning of FUSD Challenge Success and goes on to explain their motto and future goals. Remember to subscribe, like, and review Success HS on all podcast platforms, follow the Instagram @success.hs, and enjoy the show! Peace.

For Episode 38 of Success HS, the hosts Mikey and Justin interview a fellow podcaster and host of the show Double NPR. This week's guest, Nicole Prozan, is a senior at Acalanes High School in Lafayette, California. Aside from being a cheerleader, Nicole is heavily involved in her school's newspaper as an opinion editor and is an active member of her school's Jewish club. We discuss her journey through high school so far, her plans for the future, and offer advice to incoming freshman in high school. Remember to subscribe, like, and review Success HS on all podcast platforms, follow the Instagram, @success.hs, and enjoy the show! Peace.

If you’re a high school athlete who wants to know what it takes to get to the next level, this episode is your guide to success. Sam Rousch is a 2 sport athlete who received multiple Pac 10 and Division 1 offers as a tight end for Valley Christian High School’s football team. However, despite his success on the field, the most important feature of Sam’s journey is his stellar work ethic in the classroom and beyond. While maintaining a 4.6 GPA and taking multiple AP classes, Sam is a living embodiment of an outstanding and hard working student athlete. This episode is a detailed glimpse of the multitudinous hours a division one athlete dedicates to perfecting his craft on and off the field while being the best teammate and person he can be. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts to Success HS. Peace.

For the 36th recording of the Success HS Podcast, hosts Mikey Paine and Justin Morgan explore basic financial concepts with Rohan Gupta, an Amador Valley senior who is behind the website and hosts the podcast Streetfins (streetfins.com), which aims to simplify the world of finance for high schoolers.  Rohan has interviewed many of the top minds in finance ranging from faculty at top business schools (Princeton/NYU Stern) to a founder of an alternative investments/assets firm with over 100 billion dollars under management.  We discuss the current economic climate of the world in the face of COVID-19 and offer resources for students who are interested in investing and tips for networking as well. Please share with your friends, subscribe, and leave a review if you found this episode enjoyable! Peace.

For Episode 035, hosts Michael Paine and Justin Morgan interview Dublin senior Arjav Rawal. He is the vice-chair of the California High School Democrats. Prior to joining the executive board of CAHSD, he interned for the office of Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan and on Congressman Eric Swalwell’s campaign. Arjav also served as the president of the Tri-Valley Youth Expo, where he worked to rebuild a dormant group into a locally acclaimed nonprofit, with roughly $20,000 raised from a variety of sponsors under his leadership. Arjav had a brief moment of national notoriety, being featured in the New York times during January 2020 for having leaked CNN's nationally renowned Iowa Poll on three separate occasions. In his spare time, Arjav enjoys hiking, reading, and playing music. You can learn more about Arjav and his work at arjavrawal.com. Remember to subscribe, rate our show and follow the Instagram: @success.hs! Peace.

Mikey and Justin share some tips and tricks for high schoolers to use to make 2020 the best year yet in Episode 034. Subscribe and leave a review on iTunes and follow the Instagram @success.hs. Wishing everyone prosperity and much success in the spring of the new year! Peace.

For Episode 033, Mikey interviews Jason Kozak, a junior at Washington High School and a lifelong volleyball player. He shares his journey and thanks those who supported him along the way to his commitment to play BIG10 Divison 1 athletics for The Ohio State University. We also discuss his academic interests in mechanical engineering and the recent opening of Tpumps, a local boba shop. Remember to subscribe on all platforms, and leave a review with feedback on this episode. Our Instagram page is @success.hs, and we welcome your support and thank you as always. Peace.

Part two of an exclusive conversation as Mikey and Justin are interviewed by the Nation's largest South Asian radio station, 1170 AM Radio Zindagi onsite at their studio in Fremont. This conversation covers some history of the podcast and the topics of starting the senior year! Enjoy the live recording, subscribe and tell a friend if you liked it, and Peace.

Mikey and Justin are interviewed by the Nation's largest South Asian radio station, 1170 AM Radio Zindagi onsite at their studio in Fremont. This conversation covers some history of the podcast and the topics of starting the senior year! Enjoy the live recording, subscribe and tell a friend if you liked it, and Peace.

Mikey and Justin connect with an old friend from elementary school, Harjas Dhaliwal who moved from California to Surrey, Canada in 6th grade. We have been fortunate to maintain our long - term friendship. Harjas discusses the differences of Canada v. America, his favorite fast food spots, and the IB system v. the AP classes here in America. Subscribe and Leave a Review and as always... Peace.

For Episode 029, Mikey and Justin sit down and discuss paths to take if you are considering pariticipating in athletics at a collegiate level. Even if you aren't a varsity athlete, sport can be enjoyed at so many different levels such as the intramural, club, and even recreational levels. If a varsity slot is your goal, we share ways and resources you can put your name out to college coaches and the idea player they are looking for to complete their team as a new recruit. To finish it off, we discuss wether college athletes should be paid of if their scholarship is enough compensation. If you liked this foucsed, concise episode, leave a review and spread the word, we would be super grateful! Peace.

Followers. Friends. Likes. Following. By now, you know the subject of our episode centered on Social Media and the trend of overuse particularly in the range of high-school aged teens. Mikey shares his personal revelations about going off social media for a week and how this lead to the development of some special new skills. We also debate the conroversial "social media bill" that limits use to 30 min a day along with some other straegies designed to curb social media addiction. Lastly, Mikey dives into the business and psychology side of the business and in Silicon Valley, this is all around us and we have firsthand experience with both the positive and negatives of this tool for all. Subscribe and Follow the social media @success.hs, we love all of you guys! Peace.

Internships are the topic of episode 027, and Justin shares his experiences from working in the office of Senator Jim Bell. We cover the What, Who, Why, and How of the internships available to high schoolers today and include ways to leverage this opportunity into more success in the future. By the end of this episode, you will also know why it is a bad idea to tatoo your horse. Subscribe, Leave a Review, and follow the IG @success.hs for more content and conversation in the global community for high school success. Peace.

What happened????... The Hosts, Mikey and Justin detail the reasons for their hiatus of releasing episodes and hope you had a great summer so far, as they announce plans to return to the regular episode frequency with topics that listeners wanted us to directly adress and move into senior year! We are also accepting guests that are juniors or underclassmen to represent the younger students on our show and are open to any who are interested in being featured. Share, subscribe and leave a review as we have returned, but most of all... WELCOME BACK! Peace.

Why can't we focus on anything for long until we get distracted? A goldfish has a longer attention span than the average teenager. When sitting through long testing sessions and lectures that drone on for what feels like forever, it is so easy to lapse into sleep or become unfocused. Mikey and Justin outline several simple stragegies to help you maximize focus and achieve your desired results in whatever you need to focus on. Techniques such as an introduction to meditation, the Pomodoro method, excercise, are all reviewed in this episode. Also, Justin shares his two-part method that allows you to totally escape from the rigors of daily life if you feel overwhelmed or unfocused. As always, Subscribe if you enjoyed this episode or follow whereever you listen. On iTunes, leave a review if you like these more personal-development focused episodes and tell a friend about the Success HS movement. Peace.

24 Episodes in the Books!!! This Success HS interview is with Annie Liu, Editor in Chief of Inkspiration, a magazine that features art and wiriting from teens in the Bay Area. She started from a single book review, to a full run of seasonal issues filled with creative and inspiring work, and it has been a process. Annie has grown from just herself to managing a team of editorital staff and a publicist. She is also passionate about playing the guitar and computer science. Enjoy this episode and make sure to subscribe and leave a review, as this episode is chock-full of great knowledge. Peace.

On 023, Mikey and Justin talk with Reuben Peraza about a balancing hectic lifestyle and taking care of yourself at the same time. Reuben talks about his real-world work experience for both big companies and local businesses. Funny customer stories included. We then go into his knack for rock climbing, and theater experience. He is also enlisted in the Army reserve and is preparing himself mentally and physically for basic training at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri this summer for three months. Reuben is intersted in being a supply manager and specialist, building a stong foundation for a career serving our country. Hit the subscribe/follow button, and follow the IG @Success.HS! Leave a 5-start review if we brought value, and bring a friend into the movement. Peace.

On the 22nd episode of The #1 Global Podcast Success HS, hosts Mikey and Justin chop it up with an up-and-coming bay area clothing entreprenur named Diego Vera, the founder of VisionsThroughBlessings (VTB). It all started with a vision,  and fast forward a couple years... Diego's limited releases featuring creative and eye-catching designs sell out in days, and some of the biggest names in the rap game have backed his vision. In Diego's words, "All Love." This unpredecented organic growth is truly just that. Hear 3 immersive stories narrated as Diego describes hooking up multi-platinum superstars like 21 Savage, Lil Skies, and Lil B with his creative Bay Area brand. It hasn't always been big names though, as we hear about overcoming early production issues, early controversy, and names that just didn't sound right. Enjoy the ride and stay tuned for the next moves because the Success HS team can't wait to see the next steps for Diego in his journey! As always, find us on all audio platforms at Success HS, and @Success.HS on the gram. Share w/ a friend, follow, and subscribe. Peace. 

For the first episode in season 2, Justin and Mikey interview Natalya André, a CCS Wrestling Champion, a USNSCC Cadet, and a person who likes to relax... We know you want more entertaining epiosdes so we listened, and there are many funny moments along with the usual load of value we always provide at Success HS. Hear her ways of developing mental strength, getting in the zone, and relying on faith to give your life a bigger meaning. She is also open-water scuba certified and speaks three languages. Enjoy the kickoff to a new season, follow the IG @Success.HS, and leave a review on iTunes or follow the Spotify! Also we are available now on watchOS so you can play Success HS from the wrist! Peace.

*Note: The audio quality for this episode is off, we recorded it in a room of a coffee shop without a door, some ambient noise is in the background. The hosts of Success HS chat with three juniors who started an organization to stand up to domestic violence in the Fremont community, called RISE. They host workshops and serve abused women by helping them get back on their feet with career development and preparation. Learn about the different types of abuse and how to identify them if you ever find yourself in an abusive relationship, leave! Thanks for the support of the fastest growing podcast for high schoolers and subscribe on iTunes & Follow the Spotify. Peace.

If final exams have you down, you've come to the right place. I know you need to keep studying so I'll keep the description short. We talk about breaking up the workload, resting, grade values, borderline strategies, and anxiety reduction. It's all in here. Give it a listen and Good Luck on the tests! Peace.

For the 18th installment of Success HS, hosts Mikey and Justin interview Riya Kataria (@riyakatariax), a 16 year old speaker and activist. She was a 2018 Delegate at the International Congress of Youth Voices, and the CEO of Picket Fence Academy, a nonprofit organization dedicated toward leveling the playing field for speech and debate. In pursing her passion toward making a difference, the Instagram team reached out to her to promote for their offical story (275M+ followers), and she crossed paths with people like former first Lady Michelle Obama and Ayesha Curry. She shares the important values of staying humble, serving others, and offers a great selection of tips for anyone looking to improve their public speaking. Subscribe, Follow, and Review to join the team of the #1 Global Podcast for High School Success! Peace.

In Episode 017, Mikey and Justin sit down with aspiring actor and sports journalist Cameron Dean, signed to MDT Agency. This episode offers simple steps to make a great first impression and how to carry yourself with confidence. Hear his journey from his theater productions in elementary school to a professional setting today. We also touch on the importance of extended family and having a great core group to surround yourself with. This episode is perfect for those who want to become more comfortable in their own skin, or just to pick up tips to make your social life easier. Subscribe and leave a review if this episode provided value, and screenshot to post on your story and we will respond! Peace.

For Episode 16, Mikey and Justin sit down with Eddie Park, a junior at Valley Christian High School and a Stanford University baseball commit. He takes us back to the story of his 1st offer in 8th grade from Cal Berkley and explains the passion and love of the game, which Park aspires to play at the highest level in the MLB. He offers advice for those who want to develop their work ethic and achieve their true potential. Playing for the #1 team in the country, they still hit rough patches and Eddie explains how to break a slump and have confidence in your ability to succeed. Leave a review to be entered in our giveaway, subscribe, and follow our Instagram: @success.hs to join the largest group of high schoolers dedicated towards taking themselves to the next level! Peace.

Do you ever get up and wish you could hit that snooze button one more time? For our 15th episode, hosts Mikey and Justin chat with senior Gabby Motta, a leadership student who has organized multiple cancer walks, 6 blood drives in partnership with Stanford Health, and plays for the varsity water polo team. She shares tips for improving your reputation on campus, college app strategies, and why she hates getting up out of bed in the morning. In our bonus segment, she proves why snow is the best type of weather, and gets ready to go to Astroworld. Leave a review, demolish that review/subscribe button to win a prize, and let us know ur thoughts on the latest episode on our IG (success.hs) Peace.

Listen to this episode for the details on our new iTunes Review contest: It's simple, leave a review and Subscribe to "Success HS" on the Apple Podcasts app. Put your Instagram username in the review description and we will contact you via DM (success.hs) if you won a 1-month subscription to Spotify Premium or Apple Music. Entries will be selected by random.org and message us if you have any questions about the giveaway. Happy Holidays from Mikey & Justin at Success HS!

The Hosts of Success HS sit down with Roma Bhatia, a Robotics Club President and STEM enthusiast. If you ever wished you knew more about tech or engineering, here is your chance to become an expert in less than 17 minutes! We also go off on the latest in cell phone tech, discuss the meaning of K-Pop, and her experience in solving conflicts when working in a group. Thanks to your support, we are charging up the charts on iTunes! If you vibe with this show (we know you will), a review+ subscribe would help us increase visibility to inspire & entertain people just like you, worldwide! Peace.

This week, Mikey and Justin catch up with a longtime friend, Joshua Cordero. He drops knowledge on how to adapt to a move, stay true to your roots, and much, much more. This episode is filled to the brim with funny stories, inspiring lessons, and powerful quotes from a great guest. Also, Josh discusses following the mantra of his favorite basketball player, Kobe Bryant, and will show you how to bring the benefits of "Mamba Mentality" into everything you do! Leave a review and tell your friends if you vibe this this episode and movement. Peace.

Success HS interviews Ava Paine and Emily Ip, two siblings of high school students. They talk about dealing with different types of situations if there is an age gap between you and your brother or sister. Also, they tell how to maintain a long-distance friendship and share their anticipation on the transition from 8th grade to the high school experience. Make sure to subscribe and leave a review after listening if you liked it! Peace.

Piram Singh (@piramsingh), is featured in this episode of Success HS, the #1 Global Podcast for high school success. We discuss his newest inventions, the strong roots of his community, and having the courage to be yourself and stand out from the crowd. Subscribe and leave a review to join the largest group of high schoolers involved in improving themselves, and those around them for a better tomorrow! Peace.

In this conversation, the hosts of Success HS, Michael Paine and Justin Morgan, interview senior Tiffany Ip about her high school experience. She shares her story of working in a competitive startup internship, her passion for journalism/writing, and her favorite sport, volleyball. We also talk about the importance of quality family time, an important part  … Continue reading "Episode 009: Senioritis! w/ Tiffany Ip"

Listen as I go solo with Saneel Khairnar as Mikey enjoys his vacation in Seattle. Through this episode you will learn that you don’t necessarily need Lebron James athleticism to succeed in your sport. We will also discuss the value of using your passions and talents to make the world a better place, one step … Continue reading "Episode 008: Never Skip Reps w/ Saneel Khairnar"

In our 7th episode of Success HS, hosts Michael Paine and Justin Morgan Interview Ryan Ruhany, a Washington High School senior. Ryan shares his thoughts about making real friendships (even if you are shy), becoming a leader, and growing a community garden with the LEAF Club. As an aspiring engineer who has work experience with … Continue reading "Episode 007: Engineering the Garden of the Future w/ Ryan Ruhany"

This week, rising junior Nazanin Malekzada appears on Success HS. She shares her journey and passion for dance, the importance of maintaining a busy schedule, and her experience helping girls in Afghanistan learn English via Skype. While pursuing her many interests, she has been able to excel in her academics and maintain excellent grades. Listen … Continue reading "Episode 006: Finding a passion and making an impact w/ Nazanin Malekzada"

This week, we are mixing it up with a fun, conversational episode between the co-hosts. Justin Morgan (@clutchkid30), and Michael Paine (mikey_painebrain) exchange rapid- fire questions about subjects such as favorite brands, lowest moments, and outside interests. Enjoy this quick and fun feature in the height of summer!

Have you ever thought about starting a club? Ajay Vellayapan, club president of WHS Abode, explains the steps he followed to found his club, and how you can found one too. He works in tandem with local homeless shelters in a community outreach program to organize volunteers. After only a couple months, his club has … Continue reading "Episode 004: Helping the Homeless w/ Ajay Vellayapan"

In this episode of Success HS, Michael Paine (@mikey_painebrain) and Justin Morgan (@clutchkid30) are joined in the studio by Dante Stokes, a respected scholar, athlete, and city recreation leader.(@dantestokes) We discuss the lessons he’s learned, touching on topics like: community service, overcoming negativity, and tackling procrastination. The stories and tips are invaluable, and every minute … Continue reading "Episode 003: The Keys to Comeback & Community w/ Dante Stokes"

In this exclusive episode, the hosts of Success HS podcast, Michael Paine (@mikey_painebrain) and Justin Morgan (@clutchkid30) , conduct a wide-ranging conversation with Arnav Gattani. (@agattani1) This rising junior at Valley Christian High School is an entrepreneur, explorer, and Shell X Prize Nominee. From living to a small flat in India, to collaborating with industry … Continue reading "Episode 002: Exploring Outer Space to The Sea Floor w/ Arnav Gattani"

Welcome to the Success HS podcast. The #1 Global Podcast for High School Success.  In our debut episode, we introduce the mission, goals, and hosts (Mikey Paine & Justin Morgan) We have some exciting upcoming guests so make sure to tune in for future episodes! All of the stories and knowledge uncovered in this podcast … Continue reading "Welcome"