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The Olympian brings you news and views from Castro Valley High School.

The Castro Valley High School Olympian


    • Oct 2, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Season 2, Episode 2: Homecoming, The Nun II, Spanish Exchange Students, Dual Enrollment

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2023 17:14


    The second episode of The Trojan Horse has arrived! On this episode, the Student Voices segment will be featuring the Olympian's editor-in-chief: Kaitlyn Tchang will be talking about her story about Spanish exchange students in CVHS. There will also be segments talking about Dual Enrollment for CVHS students who are interested in receiving college credit in high school as well as a movie review of The Nun II by horror club president as well as Arts and Entertainment writer for the Olympian: Mason Jordan.

    Season 2, Episode 1: Welcome Back to the Trojan Horse!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 15:41


    Interviews from football players, club day, and a new teacher on campus.

    Episode 5: Farewell, Class of 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2023 22:40


    The season finale of The Trojan Horse has arrived! On this episode, you will first hear Renata Gutierrez's interview with last year's ASB President Jaylene Cole and next year's ASB President Quentin Hansen. Former Olympian Editor-in-Chief Olive Dooley then chats with Melissa Boussaroque and Kaitlyn Tchang, who will take over as next year's co-Editors-in-Chief. And to wrap up the year, you will hear Drew Paxman's special coverage of the 2023 CVHS Graduation ceremony.* We would like to thank CVSan, Anglin Insurance and Financial Services, Inc., and Bay Area Driving School for sponsoring today's episode. If you have any comments or questions about The Trojan Horse feel free to DM us on Instagram or contact us at cvhsolympian@gmail.com. *Coverage of the graduation ceremony comes from Steven Hendee's "CVHS 2023 Graduation Live Stream."

    Episode 4: ASB Elections, "Mean Girls," and Kai Liebowitz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 33:32


    Phew! We have a lot to unpack on this month's episode of The Trojan Horse. ASB President candidates Ava Alburo and Quentin Hansen join the podcast in a conversation with Turtle Newman about how each of them plans to run the school. Drew Paxman is then joined by "Mean Girls" cast and crew members Sophia Pereira, Annalisa Siu and Simon Taylor. Evan Griffith continues our new Student Voices series with a short story, and Wyatt Franklin ends this episode in an interview with future UC San Diego rowing heavyweight Kai Liebowitz. We would like to thank CVSan, Anglin Insurance and Financial Services, Inc., and Bay Area Driving School for sponsoring today's episode. If you have any comments or questions about The Trojan Horse feel free to DM us on Instagram or contact us at cvhsolympian@gmail.com.

    Episode 3: CV Spotlight, Thespian Society, and Lynee Sims

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 29:59


    We're back for the first episode of 2023! You'll hear Turtle Newman's interview with the organizers of CV Spotlight: Austin Chan, Ailin Chen, and Jesse Wu. Then, Drew Paxman discusses "Mean Girls" and festival hive with Thespian Society co-presidents Charlotte Carpenter and Annie Moore. Poet Maggie Rodas kicks off our student voices series with her new poem, which is followed by Wyatt Franklin's interview with future Fresno State track star Lynee Sims. We would like to thank CVSan, Anglin Insurance and Financial Services, Inc., and Bay Area Driving School for sponsoring today's episode. If you have any comments or questions about The Trojan Horse feel free to DM us on Instagram or contact us at cvhsolympian@gmail.com.

    Episode 2: "Radium Girls," midterm election coverage, and Taylor Swift

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 24:58


    The second episode of The Trojan Horse is out! On this episode you'll first hear Samantha Jew's interview with three cast members of the fall play “Radium Girls,” who also happen to be Olympian greats. Then begins our special election coverage! Hear Drew Paxman interview government teacher Kathleen Cassidy, Rebecca Ireland read The Olympian's editorial on election outcomes, and Nicole Wu's opinion piece on if minors should be able to vote. The month ends with The Olympian's resident-Swiftie Maya Wong giving her review of Taylor Swift's newest studio album “Midnights.” We would like to thank CVSan and Anglin Insurance and Financial Services, Inc. for sponsoring today's episode. If you have any comments or questions about The Trojan Horse feel free to DM us on Instagram or email us at cvhsolympian@gmail.com.

    Episode 1: College application tips, new bell schedule, and sleep deprivation

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 26:47


    The Olympian is very pleased to announce the very first episode of our new podcast The Trojan Horse! In this episode, Drew Paxman interviews Allison Zuckerbrow, who gives college advice to seniors and a preview of what's to come (and what's already occurred) in the College and Career Center (1:12-6:36). Then, Maya Wong interviews Assistant Principal Kevin Baker about his role in drafting our new bell schedule (6:44-14:26). Melissa Boussaroque then talks to Marian Meadows of the Wellness Center about the importance of sleep for teenagers (15:42-19:56), which is followed by Erika Sun's review of “Don't Worry Darling” (20:24-22:40). And to end off the month, Zoe Dorado interviews girls water polo captain Natalia Perez (22:46-25:12). We would like to thank CVSan and Anglin Insurance and Financial Services, Inc. for sponsoring today's episode. If you have any comments or questions about The Trojan Horse feel free to DM us or email us at cvhsolympian@gmail.com. A special thanks to Frances Lee for creating our logo!

    Interview with CVSan General Manager Roland Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 17:41


    Listen to Olympian great Drew Paxman's interview with CVSan General Manager Roland Williams!

    Pressure damages athletes' mental health

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2022 2:55


    Olympian great Delaney Rasmussen explains how student athletes struggle to balance their schoolwork, training , sleep and social life.

    Downside of driving with parents

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 2:05


    Melissa Boussaroque explains the pains of learning to drive with a parent by her side.

    Every 15 Minutes: Life is precious

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 2:10


    Amanda Wong gives insight into the behind-the-scenes of the bi-annual assembly warning against drunk driving, "Every 15 Minutes."

    ‘Stone Ocean' rushes faster than Star Platinum can punch

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 4:13


    Olympian great Felix Shum discusses the latest thrilling addition the "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure" series, "Stone Ocean."

    Don't burn yourself out over school

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 2:00


    Olympian great Ethan To reflects on his senior high school experience and how burnout plagued the year.

    The harm of microtrends

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 2:23


    Ever wonder what happened to the $3 Shein crop top you purchased in 2020? Chances are, it is either gathering dust in the back of your closet, or joining the 92 million tons of textile waste in the landfill, writes Olympian great Jennifer Mi.

    Watch dream-like visuals in "Belle"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2022 1:52


    “Belle” is a worthwhile film that viewers may find themselves connecting with in many ways, writes Olympian great Jessica Truong.

    Don't say adieu to Wordle

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 2:07


    "Wordle is easy for people of all ages to understand," writes Olympian great Ada Chen. "Try it at least once to see what the hype is really about."

    Accepting reality: "I will get Covid"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 2:27


    Olympian great Andrew Hui comes to terms with his exposure to the coronavirus and the likelihood that he will catch Covid-19.

    "Spider-Man: No Way Home" lives up to hype

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 2:10


    Olympian great Delaney Rasmussen reviews the new Marvel hit.

    Inside Soccer: Jenna's experience at tryouts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 2:07


    Olympian great Jenna Nosseir blogs about the girls soccer team.

    Trojans tally best media of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 4:11


    Olympian great Drew Paxman reviews a poll of Trojans' favorite movies, music and television.

    Online student experience with the hybrid system

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 2:08


    "Overall, I think the hybrid system has proven to be successful for students at home, as shown in its first week," writes Komal Khehra.

    “LILAC” brings bittersweet nostalgia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 2:08


    "Upon first listen, the song sounds like an optimistic spring picnic song, but actually it is a bittersweet farewell to the decade filled with the artist's milestones and memories," writes Ada Chen.

    Cheating the college admissions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 2:46


    "Based on a true story, the documentary “Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal” follows the life of Singer and his various high profile clients," writes Andrew Hui.

    Cancel culture plagues the internet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 2:09


    "I believe it is definitely important and necessary for people to call out others for their wrongdoings because it makes them a better person, but I don't think it's a good idea to abuse the power of social media as a gateway to bully someone," writes Ethan To. Read more here:

    Why actual representation in multimedia is important

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 3:05


    "We need to start to use the media to highlight and showcase the different people in our society in positive and accurate ways,'' writes Olivia Dooley. Read more here:

    Walking alone as a girl

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 3:11


    "There's nothing as terrifying as being a girl and walking down the street alone or even with the company of other girls," writes Alex Tam. Read more here:

    Great for Everyone: “Ginny and Georgia”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 2:01


    "In 10 episodes, viewers followed Ginny while she navigated the challenges of fitting into a predominantly white town as a half-black girl and uncovered her mother's secrets," writes Amanda Wong.

    I quit TikTok: here's why

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 2:27


    "Social media is now the place to be, replacing social gatherings and school gossip," writes Andrew Hui.

    “Raya and the Last Dragon” falls flat with character development

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 7:03


    "Disney animation studios “Raya and the Last Dragon,” recently released on Disney Plus for a fee, is Disney's latest attempt to continue its run of successful animated films," writes Austin Coffeit. Read more here:

    “Murder Among the Mormons” tells the truth behind the bombs and documents

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 2:31


    "This was truly an intriguing documentary that shocked me to learn about," writes Brinkley Johansen. Read more here:

    In-person classes cause nerves and excitement

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 2:55


    "I know that there are still many uncertainties, but the school and the school district are working hard to make school reopenings as safe and smooth as possible," writes Cecilia Lin. Read more here:

    Uncover the murder mystery “Not One of Us”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 1:50


    "Debbie Herbert creates a thrilling and suspenseful story in the novel “Not One of Us,”" writes Brinkley Johansen. Read more here:

    Cry in silence watching “If Anything Happens I Love You”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2021 1:46


    " “If Anything Happens I Love You” is a silent short film that tells the story of parents after the death of their child," writes Komal Khehra. Read more here:

    Teachers should see students' faces, classmates shouldn't

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 1:40


    "For me personally, I always feel self-conscious that other students can see me during class, and would rather keep my camera off," writes Megan Baldwin. Read more here:

    College Board is a scam

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 2:55


    "Although I will have learned all the content necessary for the full-length test this year, I, and many other students haven't learned it well enough to perform as well as we would've since we have been learning online," writes Alex Tam. Read more here:

    A closer look at elite universities

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 2:53


    "There is a lot of social pressure and anxiety when it comes to choosing a school," writes Ada Chen. Read more here:

    “The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity” is the aesthetic mystery to watch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 2:57


    "“The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity” is a fantasy movie that is released on Dec. 25, 2020 and is now available on Netflix," writes Cecelia Lin. Read more here:

    Isaac Dunbar shows off his musical caliber in "Evil Twin"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 4:49


    "Isaac Dunbar recently released his newest EP “Evil Twin” on Feb. 19. The EP was meant to represent himself and his “alternate persona” using his music. Dunbar said this music was very experimental and it was meant to show how he, as an upcoming artist, was unsure of what type of music he wanted to produce and release," writes Olivia Dooley. Read more here: https://cvhsolympian.com/entertainment/2021/03/13/isaac-dunbar-shows-off-his-musical-caliber-in-evil-twin/

    Cry in silence watching “If Anything Happens I Love You”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 1:46


    "This film made me realize how precious the time spent with family and friends is and how that should never be taken for granted because anything can happen at any time," writes Komal Khera. Read more here.

    “True Beauty” brings on laughter and romance

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 2:36


    "With one of the most catchy and heartwarming soundtracks, this Korean drama is filled with sad backstories, awkward moments, and heartfelt romance," writes Ethan To. Read more here:

    Somewhere's “Nothing Gold Can Stay” immerses listeners in a new universe

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 3:37


    "If you like going on road trips and blasting music from your car speakers, singing at the top of your lungs, or feeling as if you have been immersed in a new universe, then the album “Nothing Gold Can Stay” is for you," writes Paulina Peltola. Read more here:

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    Get sucked into the funny and mysterious reality, “WandaVision”

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 2:49


    "“WandaVision” is a clever combination of retro sitcoms and classic Marvel action," writes Leah Jenaway. Read more here:

    Westerners, Stop Trying to Cancel Anime

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 4:17


    "Cancel culture, most prominently seen on Twitter, has its fair share of controversies regarding anime," writes Felix Shum. Read the full story here:

    Pixar's "Soul" speaks to the Soul

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 2:56


    "Pixar's “Soul,” released on Disney+ Christmas Day, attempts to answer what comes before and after life with vivid and almost lifelike animations," writes Andrew Hui. Read the full story here:

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    Sticking with my pro-Trump family

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 2:43


    "For this story, I decided to contact my Texas relatives, specifically two uncles, to talk with them about the one thing I thought I never would: Trump," writes Eric Nepveux-Kjelstrom. Read the full story here:

    Term limits would improve Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 2:30


    Having no term limits has led to older politicians who are unrepresentative of the entire population, writes Miguel Bernas. Read his full story here:

    Storming of the Capitol: the result of white privilege

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 2:42


    "One thing that stood out to me the most was the amount of hate the rioters displayed," observes Amanda Wong. Read her full story here:

    Indian farmer protest stretches around world

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 2:15


    "The Indian government passed three agricultural bills that are affecting the lives of many farmers and their families ... They are rightfully enraged," writes Olympian great Komal Khehra. "We hope to see change and that starts with speaking up and spreading awareness." Read the story in print here.

    "No room for destroying our climate"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 2:27


    Olivia Dooley hopes that Pres. Biden will lead the nation to better environmental decisions. Read the story in print here.

    “Love is War” brings on a second battle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2021 4:05


    Felix Shum reviews the second season of “Kaguya-sama: Love is War.” Read the story in print here.

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