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Hello. Welcome to Merced High School’s We the Students Podcast, where we delve into questions and issues high schoolers want answers to. I’m your host David Chen.

David Chen

  • Dec 3, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • infrequent NEW EPISODES
  • 31m AVG DURATION
  • 110 EPISODES


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Latest episodes from We The Students Podcast

Special Episode: On School Identity and Relationships

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 38:19


A special episode made by David Chen Featuring Cal Slatten and Emily Tietjen

The David and Cal Show #50 - Pet Projects, Overrated Lawns, and Interior Decor

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 36:09


Hey. This is the David and Cal Show. Episode 50. Crazy stuff. We talk and stuff. Enjoy

Making Waves - Anna Farronay and Local Elections during COVID-19

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 29:41


Today, I get to speak with Anna Farronay of Florida on her project working with the ACLU to bring informed resources to her community on local and municipal elections and how they work, main-in ballots, and some key campaigns that have serious implications for her community.

Making Waves - Ethan Myers and VirtualArtists

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 30:41


Another episode of Making Waves is up! In today's episode, I have the special pleasure to talk to Ethan Myers of Oregon who has embarked on a truly amazing project to unite local student educators in art, dance, creative media, and music to teach these subjects virtually to students in the area. His website, virtualartists.org, brings together passionate artists to teach students far and wide. Along the way, the project collects donated proceeds to help support citizens in the Beaverton, Oregon area who are at risk for eviction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Wonderful individual. Inspiring project. Check out his website and consider supporting!Virtual Artists website: virtualartists.org

Teacher Insights #3 - Classroom Expectations, Asking Questions, and Seeking Help

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 37:55


In this episode of Teacher Insights, we talk a bit about what we observed in our students' behavior that we really liked...and really could see them do better in. One of the things that keep on resurfacing is the idea for students to ask questions during class. It's a surefire way to identify where students are struggling and more often than not stimulate interesting conversation for the entire class to ponder. How did we deal with it in our classroom? How do we think it should be done? Check out our latest episode of Teacher Insights to find out!Featuring Raleigh Clemens and Lauren Huang

Making Waves #1 - Thanasi Dilos

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 32:52


Making Waves is a series on We The Students Podcast meant to showcase some of the amazing efforts done by amazing young individuals for their community. Activism, impact, and change are not words monopolized by adults or "the experienced". As part of the young coalition, we hold a unique and powerful influence on the world around us. We see it in different ways, we require of it greater standards. This series was created in hopes of highlighting how youth today go about achieving that.In today's episode, I speak with Politicized News Founder and Civics Unplugged Co-Founder, Thanasi Dilos. Thanasi is a current National Geographic Young Scholar who's mission is to empower youth to pursue democratic activism in creative, meaningful ways.Politicized News Website: https://www.politicizednews.comCivics Unplugged Website: https://www.civicsunplugged.org

Teacher Insights #2 - Student Agency, Freedom of Choice, and Motives

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 40:56


In the second episode of our series "Teacher Insights", I am joined with my two student-teacher colleagues Lauren Huang and Raleigh Clemens as we reflect on our job as teachers and how that translates to issues we've seen in our collective k-12 experience. Our first episode, titled "We taught a class for a week, here's what we learned." Was our pilot episode. Stay tuned for future episodes as we continue to share what we learn in the profession of teaching.

The David and Cal Show - Wrong Side of the Bed, Coach's Appreciation, and Counting Calories

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 32:07


In this episode, David and Cal get back into the OG setting of just talking, vibing, and sharing their thoughts. David talks about his past streak of waking on the wrong side of the bed and it absolutely ruining the rest of his day. Cal brings up the importance of coaches in a student's life. David wraps it up by giving everyone FREE advice on how to lose weight: eat less than you burn. Period.

This Episode was Made On a Chromebook - Molly Wendel and David Chen

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 29:25


This episode was entirely made on a chromebook. From scripting to recording to editing to publishing, We The Students Podcast Host David Chen demonstrated successfully that user-friendly podcasting has finally enabled students to podcast on Chromebooks. David firmly believes that podcasting can become a viable classroom tool to help students find voice and propriety in their learning. Find out his vision for classroom podcasting in today's episode of We The Students Podcast.

The David and Cal (and Molly??) Show - Molly Has Usurped the Throne

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 29:12


MOLLY IS TAKING OVER?!?!?!?!

Mental Health Awareness Series - Lauren Huang on Art and Advocacy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 37:01


In this episode of the Mental Health Awareness Series, I sit down with Lauren Huang, founder of Mental Health for Youth, an organization that emphasizes mental health awareness and education using art as a primary medium. We talk about her process of creating this amazing institution, as well as the implications and benefits art can provide in the grand conversation of mental health.This is her website link for Mental Health for Youth: https://www.mentalhealthforyouth.com

The David and Cal Show #47 - Disillusionment, David's Teaching Anxiety, and Instant Gratification

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2020 31:43


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

We Taught a Class for a Week...Here's What We Learned

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 44:15


I am joined today with Lauren Huang and Raleigh Clemens in a special episode of We The Students Podcast where we talk about our experiences as teachers for a college preparatory academy. We talk about the new insights we gained about the profession of teaching from an insider's point of view, including deepened respect and humbled perspectives of the difficulty surrounding teaching.

The David and Cal Show #46 - David's Dreamland, Skincare Routines, and Hollywood Acne

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 36:40


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The David and Cal Show #45 - Future of We The Students, Maintaining Safety, and New Chapters

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 28:26


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

Mental Health Awareness Series - Isabel Zoghbi on Eating Disorders

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 25:17


The Mental Health Awareness Series was created to recognize and address the stigmas that surround student mental health. Join our hosts David Chen, Cal Slatten, and Ezekiel Gonzalez as they explore aspects of mental health in school, from school psychology to student anecdotes.

Mental Health Awareness Series - School Psychologist De La Cruz

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 31:14


The Mental Health Awareness Series was created to recognize and address the stigmas that surround student mental health. Join our hosts David Chen, Cal Slatten, and Ezekiel Gonzalez as they explore aspects of mental health in school, from school psychology to student anecdotes.

Statement and Support of Black Lives Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 5:28


Today’s episode is different than most. Now is not the time to remain silent. Cal and I prepare our thoughts about the current movement of Black Lives Matter, by now an international coalition. We intend to use this platform to amplify, not overshadow, the voices of the oppressed. Below you can find links to donation and petition sites for you to show support.Justice for George Floyd: https://www.change.org/p/mayor-jacob-frey-justice-for-george-floydColor of Change Petition:https://act.colorofchange.org/sign/justiceforfloyd_george_floyd_minneapolisMinnesota Freedom Fund:https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/Communities Against Police Brutality:https://www.cuapb.org/Black Lives Matter Movement:https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019

The Student Spotlight - Carlin Reyen

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 31:14


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.Also, check out Carlin's new podcast, CANDIDates, available on Spotify right now!Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/10IQtJJMeRGDjYIpTGCTJ1?si=v9Vv5Im5T9OII5x0Mhis5A

The David and Cal Show - Facial Hair Debate, Runner's High, and the Power of Spite

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 27:14


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The David and Cal Show - Career Fulfillment, Meritocracy, and Zoom Mishaps

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 29:15


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

Senior Spotlight #8 - Lauren Edh

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 38:39


This is it! The school year is "physically" over, which means to seniors around the globe, we have had our last day on campus as a member of public education. This series was made to give us seniors a chance to reflect upon our experience and journey through high school, reminiscing on influential moments, discussing regretful ones, and growing from our past. To anyone listening, we hope this provides key perspectives on how high school life looks like in retrospect, fresh off a senior's dome, so to speak. We hope you enjoy!

The David and Cal Show #42 - Quarantine Reality, Love for Music, and Finding New Habits

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2020 28:43


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

Seniors Reflect - Amanda Stickels

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 41:18


This is it! The school year is "physically" over, which means to seniors around the globe, we have had our last day on campus as a member of public education. This series was made to give us seniors a chance to reflect upon our experience and journey through high school, reminiscing on influential moments, discussing regretful ones, and growing from our past. To anyone listening, we hope this provides key perspectives on how high school life looks like in retrospect, fresh off a senior's dome, so to speak. We hope you enjoy!

Seniors Reflect - Jaya Nayar

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 37:08


This is it! The school year is "physically" over, which means to seniors around the globe, we have had our last day on campus as a member of public education. This series was made to give us seniors a chance to reflect upon our experience and journey through high school, reminiscing on influential moments, discussing regretful ones, and growing from our past. To anyone listening, we hope this provides key perspectives on how high school life looks like in retrospect, fresh off a senior's dome, so to speak. We hope you enjoy!

Seniors Reflect - LyLena Estabine

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 36:06


This is it! The school year is "physically" over, which means to seniors around the globe, we have had our last day on campus as a member of public education. This series was made to give us seniors a chance to reflect upon our experience and journey through high school, reminiscing on influential moments, discussing regretful ones, and growing from our past. To anyone listening, we hope this provides key perspectives on how high school life looks like in retrospect, fresh off a senior's dome, so to speak. We hope you enjoy!

Seniors Reflect - Samir Alkhouri

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2020 61:38


This is it! The school year is "physically" over, which means to seniors around the globe, we have had our last day on campus as a member of public education. This series was made to give us seniors a chance to reflect upon our experience and journey through high school, reminiscing on influential moments, discussing regretful ones, and growing from our past. To anyone listening, we hope this provides key perspectives on how high school life looks like in retrospect, fresh off a senior's dome, so to speak. We hope you enjoy!

What If Series - What If the Arts Were Emphasized Over the Sciences?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 32:12


The What If Series is yet another series on We The Students Podcast that features five seniors discussing hypothetical "What If" hypotheticals pertaining to education. These questions are formulated to reflect the "could-have-been's" in our educational culture. Here at We The Students, we strive to constantly question the status quo.

The Student Spotlight - Trevor Pfeiff

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 22:23


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

The David and Cal Show - Cal's Foray Into Retail, Apprenticeships, and Life Plans

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2020 31:57


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

Obscure School Sorrows - Kenopsia and Liberosis

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 27:40


The Obscure School Sorrows Series as a series on We The Students Podcast where David and Cal each choose a word that describes a very peculiar and specific emotion and relate it to their school experiences.In this week, we talk about the two words, Kenopsia and Liberosis. Take a listen!

Obscure School Sorrows - Sonder and Scabulous

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 28:45


The Obscure School Sorrows Series as a series on We The Students Podcast where David and Cal each choose a word that describes a very peculiar and specific emotion and relate it to their school experiences.In this week, we talk about the two words, Sonder and Scabulous. Take a listen!

Mental Health Awareness Series - Molly Wendel on Sensitivity and Anxiety

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 31:05


The Mental Health Awareness Series was created to recognize and address the stigmas that surround student mental health. Join our hosts David Chen, Cal Slatten, and Ezekiel Gonzalez as they explore aspects of mental health in school, from school psychology to student anecdotes.

The David and Cal Show - Quarantine Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 32:11


Mental Health Awareness Series - Vivian Cervantes

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 30:33


The Mental Health Awareness Series was created to recognize and address the stigmas that surround student mental health. Join our hosts David Chen, Cal Slatten, and Ezekiel Gonzalez as they explore aspects of mental health in school, from school psychology to student anecdotes.

The David and Cal Show - Coronavirus, School Hygiene, and Van Life

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 26:53


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

Mental Health Awareness Series - Trailer

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 9:33


The Mental Health Awareness Series was created to recognize and address the stigmas that surround student mental health. Join our hosts David Chen, Cal Slatten, and Ezekiel Gonzalez as they explore aspects of mental health in school, from school psychology to student anecdotes.

The David and Cal Show #40 - A Chat with Major Driscoll of the Marines

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 34:21


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The Student Spotlight - Eric Espinoza

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2020 32:32


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

The Student Spotlight - Cal Slatten

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 29:32


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

The Student Spotlight - Kate Colvin

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 33:29


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

The David and Cal Show #39 - David's Crazy Story, Philosophy Class, and a New Take on Curriculum

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 29:59


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The Student Spotlight #5 - Molly Wendel

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2020 43:01


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

The David and Cal Show #38 - Chronic Absenteeism, Toxic Behaviors, and Paperless Schools

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2020 32:34


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The David and Cal Show #37 - School Start Times, Student "Fashion", and Outlets for Self-Identity

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 34:42


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The Think Tank #1 (Part 1/2) - Tackling Classroom Size Reduction

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 36:20


Welcome to the Think Tank Show on the We The Students Podcast! Join your cohosts David, Cal, Molly, and Hannah as they combine their collective brain power and tackle on the pressing issues of today's society and education.

The Think Tank Trailer

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 5:16


Welcome to the Think Tank Show on the We The Students Podcast! Join your cohosts David, Cal, Molly, and Hannah as they combine their collective brain power and tackle on the pressing issues of today's society and education.

The David and Cal Show #36 - The Civic Student, Graduation Awards, and the Right Incentives

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 32:44


The David and Cal Show is a series within We The Students where we take a conversational approach to everything high school related. Join us in a period-long convo with David Chen and Cal Slatten as they take a nose-dive into an array of school-relevant topics.

The Student Spotlight #4 - Jaden Key

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 33:27


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

IMO #1 - What Animal Would You Be Reincarnated As?

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 14:22


Welcome to IMO, In My Opinion, where we join David Chen and Cal Slatten as they react to student and staff answers to weird and obscure questions.

The Student Spotlight #3 - Andy Pena

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 33:14


The Student Spotlight series is a series on We The Students Podcast where hosts delve into the lives and experiences of students. Each day, we walk past hundreds of faces, each holding a plethora of unique insights and stories that are riveting, educational, and even inspirational. Join our guests David and Cal as they seek to unravel these stories from everyday school and bring your the Student Spotlight.

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