Hills Review

Should teens be able to make all of their own decisions? Saul Adum looks at reasons why kids in high school should have a larger degree of autonomy.

For this month's book talk, join Mason Kappel, Michael Ragusa, Jack Zaremsky, and Cole Manus as they discuss Gary Paulsen's survival and adventure novel – Hatchet.

Almost everyone would love to be able to travel throughout time. In this edition of Students in the Hall, Jalen Griffiths, John Rosloniec and Justin Roberts find out what members of High School East would do with such a super power.

Savannah Fine talks with her father Zac Fine–a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to everything from commercials and trailers, to live events like Minecraft's Minecon Live and Shark Week. They'll discuss what it's like to bring life to some of the most iconic brands and characters in pop culture.

It's Monday, June 5th, 2023 and welcome to the June edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. On Tuesday, Savannah Fine talks with her father Zac Fine–a voiceover artist who has lent his voice to everything from commercials and trailers, to live events like Minecraft's Minecon Live and Shark Week. They'll discuss what it's like to bring life to some of the most iconic brands and characters in pop culture. Almost everyone would love to be able to travel throughout time. On Wednesday, Jalen Griffiths, John Rosloniec and Justin Roberts find out what members of High School East would do with such a super power. On Thursday, join Mason Kappel, Michael Ragusa, Jack Zaremsky, and Cole Manus as they discuss Gary Paulsen's survival and adventure novel – Hatchet. Should teens be able to make all of their own decisions? On Friday, Saul Adum looks at reasons why kids in high school should have a larger degree of autonomy. Hills Review is produced by members of the Podcasting and Filmmaking Club. If you are interested in becoming a contributor, see Mr. Beatty in room 216. If you like this podcast – please tell one friend about it. Word of mouth is the best way to get more people listening to our show. Thanks for listening and have a great summer!

People around the world are getting excited for this weekend's Kentucky Derby. Jessica Lowey talks with Todd Pletcher, an American thoroughbred horse trainer who has had two horses win the Derby – and whose horse Forte is this year's odds on favorite. Mr Pletcher will discuss his methods and the emotions that he feels before, during and after the big race.

Does high school prepare you to learn and navigate the real world after graduation? Asiya Hasanoff and Gabrielle Everette ask Hills East students what classes they think should be added to make learning more practical.

Join Rudy Von Bartesch and Jack Grauer as they discuss S.E. Hinton's classic: The Outsiders. This book talk provides an in-depth look at the world of the struggling greasers and their wealthy enemies – the socs. The conversation also examines what it is that gives this book its timeless appeal.

There is debate about whether listening to audiobooks is as good as reading a book. Arnav Singh looks at the advantage that audiobooks have over their paper cousins.

It's Monday, May 1st, 2023 and welcome to the May edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. There is debate about whether listening to audiobooks is as good as reading a book. This Tuesday, Arnav Singh looks at the advantage that audiobooks have over their paper cousins. This Wednesday, join Rudy Von Bartesch and Jack Grauer as they discuss S.E. Hinton's classic: The Outsiders. This book talk provides an in-depth look at the world of the struggling greasers and their wealthy enemies – the socs. The conversation also examines what it is that gives this book its timeless appeal. Does high school prepare you to learn and navigate the real world after graduation? This Thursday, Asiya Hasanoff and Gabrielle Everette ask Hills East students what classes they think should be added to make learning more practical. People around the world are getting excited for this weekend's Kentucky Derby. On Friday, Jessica Lowey talks with Todd Pletcher, an American thoroughbred horse trainer who has had two horses win the Derby – and whose horse Forte is this year's odds on favorite. Mr Pletcher will discuss his methods and the emotions that he feels before, during and after the big race. There are a few additional announcements this month. Students are invited to submit films to the 2023 High School East Student Film Festival. Submissions are due no later than May 11th – see Mr. Beatty for details. For those interested in attending the festival, it will be held on Thursday, May 25th at 2:15 in the Lecture Hall. Tickets are available from Film and Podcasting Club members – and at the door. Hills Review is proud to announce that Tyler Wenczl was honored in the Suffolk County Community College high school media competition. There were two categories for audio production: best news podcast and best PSA – and Tyler won BOTH! Keep listening to hear the story entitled: Time Between Classes, followed by the PSA for Students Against Destructive Decisions. Congratulations Tyler on your award winning podcasts!