This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy take some time to recap the most notable events that The Heights covered in the past few months, while also reflecting on some of this season's podcast interviews. 

Tune in to hear about some of BC’s biggest moments this semester, from arts to sports, and check back next semester for season 5!

This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with Joseph Citera, campus minister of 4Boston, one of BC’s largest weekly service organizations, as well as Cassidy Owens, community development chair for 4Boston and student leader for the Women in Stem volunteer group. Citera graduated from BC in 2013, while Owens is a senior in MCAS studying psychology. In 4Boston, volunteers serve four hours each week of the academic year with community partners in the social service, healthcare, or education sectors, and later engage in one hour of group reflection centered on community, social justice, and spirituality.

Tune in to hear about their journeys to BC, experience leading 4Boston, and the impact they hope to have on the lives of others in the Boston community.

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This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with Luke Jorgensen, professor and acting theatre department chair at Boston College. A graduate of BC, Jorgensen is also a faculty advisor for My Mother’s Fleabag and Hello Shovelhead!, and has directed multiple on-campus productions, including The Crucible, his own show, Codemonkey, and the upcoming production of the musical Pippin. In addition to his involvements at BC, he was the artistic director of the Tufts University Children’s theatre. Jorgensen has also starred in multiple professional productions, including stage performances, roles in television and film such as Starving Artists and School Ties, and voicework for the video game “Albino Lullaby.”

Tune in to hear about Jorgensen’s professional career, his experience teaching and directing at BC, and his advice for students looking to get involved in theatre or the acting world.

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This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with Ralf Bissdorf, assistant foil coach for the Boston College fencing team. Before joining the BC coaching staff in 2019, he coached at the Marx Fencing Academy in Massachusetts, and prior to that he served as the first head coach at Singapore Sports School. In addition to winning multiple championships in his personal career, Bissdorf took home a silver medal for Germany in the men’s individual foil event at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney and went on to again compete in the 2004 Olympics in Athens. Most recently, he took a break from life on the Heights to coach the U.S. women’s fencing team at the Paris Olympics this past summer, leading the team to win gold over Italy—the first ever team U.S. olympic gold medal in fencing.

Tune in to hear about Bissdorf’s personal career in fencing, his experience coaching from the collegiate level to the olympic level, and his advice for young athletes hoping to get involved in fencing or follow their dreams in any sport.

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This week, Heights deputy managing editor Sourabh Gokarn joins host Kathy to speak with Bill O’Brien, head coach of Boston College Football. Before coming to BC, O'Brien was the head coach of the Houston Texans for six seasons. He also spent time as Penn State’s head coach, and worked as an assistant with both the New England Patriots and Alabama. A Massachusetts native, O’Brien graduated from Brown in 1992, where he played linebacker and defensive end for the Brown football team. He led the Eagles to an exciting start of the season, winning over Florida State in their first game and beating Michigan State in the annual Red Bandana Game. With a current record of 4-2, the Eagles kickoff the remainder of their season in an away game against Virginia Tech on October 17.

Tune in to hear about O’Brien’s experience coaching at both the collegiate and professional levels, his Boston roots that led him to BC, and how he plans to continue leading the team through adversity and success this season.

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This week, Heights sports editor Luke Evans joins host Elizabeth to speak with Eamon Powell, 5th year defenseman and captain for the Boston College men’s hockey team. Before coming to BC, Eamon was a part of the U.S. National Team Development Program and was drafted in the fourth round of the 2020 NHL Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning. This past season, the Eagles were ranked first for the majority of the season, earned the Hockey East regular season title, and secured BC’s first Hockey East Championship since 2012. The team traveled to St. Paul Minnesota for the Frozen Four in April, beating Michigan in a shutout in the semifinal, but falling to Denver in the championship game. The 2024-25 season begins on October 11 in an away matchup against Michigan State.

Tune in to hear about Eamon’s decision to become an eagle, his thoughts on the upcoming season, and how he plans to lead the team as captain again this year.

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This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with Sebastian Bonaiuto, the first full-time Director of Bands at Boston College. He was appointed in 1989 to create performing opportunities for both accomplished student musicians and developing players. In addition to serving as the principal administrator of the Boston College Bands Program, Mr. Bonaiuto also conducts the University Wind Ensemble and BC bOp! Under his leadership, BC bOp! has developed into an elite, award-winning, and nationally recognized ensemble.

Tune in to learn about the history of BC bOp! and the development of the band programs at BC, Mr. Bonaiuto’s philosophy behind bOp!, and his advice to young musicians hoping to get involved in bands at BC.

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This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with two guests: Spencer Daniszewski, president of College Democrats of Boston College, and Ethan Folkman, president of Boston College Republicans. 

College Democrats of Boston College is a student-run, political organization focused on sharing Democratic values with the BC community. Most recently, the group has advocated for the Harris-Walz campaign, encouraging students to register to vote and hosting an on-campus watch party for the recent debate. Boston College Republicans is a student-run political organization on campus representing the Republican Party in the BC community. The group has recently shown their support for the Trump-Vance campaign, also hosting a watch-party for the presidential debate. In the past, members of the group have supported the Republican Party off campus as well, including traveling to the Republican National Convention in July.

Tune in to hear how Spencer and Ethan plan to lead their respective organizations this election season, their thoughts on how the election will impact BC students, and their advice on how to stay informed and engaged in politics on campus.

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This week, Eagle Eye hosts Elizabeth and Kathy speak with two guests: UGBC president, Meghan Heckelman, and UGBC vice president, Katie Garrigan. Meghan is a senior in LSEHD studying applied psychology and political science. She previously served as UGBC’s director of Student Initiatives before being elected as UGBC vice president for the 2023-2024 school year. Katie is a senior in MCAS studying economics, and she previously served as the Intersectionality Committee Chair for UGBC. Meghan and Katie were both elected in the first documented uncontested election this past Spring, running on the slogan “Forward Together” with the goal of connecting with students to improve their Boston College experience across all disciplines.  

Tune in to hear about Meghan and Katie’s accomplishments so far, their plans for the upcoming year, and their advice for students hoping to get involved with student government at BC.

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This week, hosts Elizabeth and Kathy take some time to recap the most notable events that The Heights covered in the past few months, while also reflecting on some of this season's podcast interviews. Tune in to hear about some of BC’s biggest moments this semester, from arts to sports, and check back next semester for the rest of Season 4!