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Welcome to the very first episode of Hamiltalk! In “Giggletalk,” hosts Kat and Cassidy kick off their brand-new podcast all about the world of Hamilton. From unforgettable lyrics to favorite characters and hidden details in the songs, they dive into the opening tracks “Alexander Hamilton,” “Aaron Burr, Sir,” and “My Shot” while sharing jokes, reactions, and fun facts along the way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just learning about the musical for the first time, this episode is the perfect place to take your shot and jump into the conversation.  

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Next time, we’ll be getting back into the room where it happens as we break down more songs from the soundtrack. Just you wait.

Music Credits:

• “No Copyright Music – Hip Hop” by Mykola Sosin from  Pixabay
• “Upbeat Hip Hop Vlog Music” by Andrii Poradovskyi from  Pixabay

Hamiltalk is a production of Herricks Studios, created in Mr. Heit’s Content Creation Foundations 8th Grade Elective.

The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views or position of the Herricks School District.

Next Gen Beats – Episode 002: Soulidified

In Episode 002 of Next Gen Beats, hosts Penny and Nia take a deeper dive into discovering new music with a spotlight on artist Liz Huett, who was selected through their Buzzfeed artist quiz in the previous episode.

The hosts each share their favorite Liz Huett tracks, breaking down what stood out to them and offering honest reactions — from standout songs worth adding to your playlist to moments that didn’t quite match their usual taste.

The episode also features a special interview with Herricks teacher Mrs. Quintyne, who brings her background in soul music into the conversation. She shares insight into her songwriting process, the inspiration behind her music, and advice for anyone looking to express themselves through music. She also highlights soul artists listeners should check out, connecting past influences to today’s sound.

To wrap things up, Penny and Nia add their featured Liz Huett songs to their growing Spotify playlist — making it easier for listeners to discover and revisit the music discussed on the show.  

If you’re looking to expand your music taste beyond the usual rotation and explore artists you may not have discovered yet, this episode is for you.

Music Used In Podcast:

https://pixabay.com/music/motown-old-school-rnb-retro-funk-energetic-background-music-136122/

Retro Funk Energetic Background Music

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In Episode 001 of Next Gen Beats, hosts Penny and Nia introduce listeners to some of their favorite rising and underrated artists while exploring the music that has recently inspired them.

This episode features a spotlight on the bands and artists Tally Hall and Malcolm Todd, with both hosts sharing their favorite songs and breaking down what makes those tracks stand out. From catchy choruses and unique beats to discovering new genres outside their comfort zones, Penny and Nia give their honest reactions and recommendations for listeners looking to expand their playlists.

The episode also introduces recurring segments like “The Beat of the Day” and “Name That Song,” where the hosts discuss standout tracks and reflect on how music connects to personality, taste, and emotion. To close out the show, the hosts take a Buzzfeed music quiz to determine the featured artist for the next episode, leading them to discover Liz Huett as their next artist spotlight.  Next Gen Beats #001 The Song Exploder.pdf

If you’re tired of hearing the same songs on repeat and want to discover artists that deserve more attention, Next Gen Beats is here to help you find your next favorite track.

Music Used In Podcast:

Royalty Free Music Only

Featured Spotify Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Na0M6Z384c7vYCA84pqq5?si=1UcnHqD4QaS1mP_cyOeHIA&pt=ff7b46fc22f2a535524226514b384efa&pi=icEZv2rTS-WKm

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Crumbling Under Pressure — Episode 001: Banana Bread Showdown

In their first full episode, hosts Eli, Ethan, Celine, and Leo take on their first official baking challenge: banana bread.

Eli and Celine handle the baking, while the rest of the group tastes, reacts, and gives honest reviews—but not everyone sticks to the plan. One cuts back on bananas, and the other skips the recipe entirely.

Some might say… that idea was bananas.

With different approaches and plenty of risk-taking, the results lead to real reactions, surprises, and strong opinions.

If you heard Episode 000, this is where it all starts to come together.

🎧 Listen now and see which banana bread holds up… and which one crumbles under pressure.

📌 Start with Episode 000 to meet the hosts and hear how it all began.

Music Used In Podcast:
Music by Alexandre Gilotte from Pixabay
https://pixabay.com/music/acid-jazz-le-cirque-de-jazz-358144/
“Le Cirque de Jazz”

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Three Mics, No Filter – S04E013: Interviewing Ms. Glauda

Welcome back to Three Mics, No Filter!

Join hosts Victoria, Asia, and Tori as they sit down with Ms. Glauda, a science teacher and coach of both girls volleyball and badminton. In this episode, they dive into her experiences as both an educator and coach, learning more about what she teaches, what inspired her to get into coaching, and what she enjoys most about working with students.

The conversation explores her background in sports, her favorite parts of coaching, and what life looks like both during and after the school day. As always, the hosts bring their energy and curiosity, mixing in fun moments, reactions, and their signature no-filter style.

Three Mics, No Filter continues to blend interviews, personality, and real conversations, giving listeners a chance to get to know teachers in a fun and relaxed way.

Music Used In Podcast:

Nothing Feels Like Right (feat. Che Paxin) — by fanisatt

Licensed under Creative Commons: CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

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Interview with Mr. Ullrich

Behind The Desk – Episode 002: Interviewing Mr. Ullrich

Welcome back to Behind The Desk!

Join hosts Saanvi, Sia, and Mikayla as they sit down with Mr. Ullrich, a science teacher, to learn more about his experiences both inside and outside the classroom. From how he approaches teaching to what inspired him to become an educator, this conversation gives a deeper look at the person behind the desk.

We talk about everything from his teaching style and classroom experiences to favorite labs, memorable moments, and what makes teaching rewarding. The conversation also takes some fun turns, including favorite foods, weekend activities, and even a game of Two Truths and a Lie.

Behind The Desk continues to explore the real lives of teachers through honest conversations, giving listeners a chance to see a different side of the people they see every day in school.

Music: Friday (Instrumental) by HappyWorldWithMochi — CC BY 4.0

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/happyworldwithmochi/bouncy-album-energetic/friday-saxophone-pop-instrumental/

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Bite The Hype – Episode 001: Hello (Trying Viral Sour Candy)

In the very first episode of Bite The Hype, hosts Maddie, Noelle, Marisa, and Phoebe kick off the show by diving into the world of viral sour candy. Inspired by trending foods they’ve seen online, the hosts try a variety of sour treats including sour gushers, freeze-dried candy, and Swedish candy from BonBon. Along the way they talk about packaging, share their reactions, and compare their taste preferences before ranking the snacks and deciding what food category they might explore next.

Bite The Hype is a show where the hosts test viral foods they’ve seen online and give their honest opinions. Each episode focuses on a different category of food, with plenty of reactions, personality, and fun along the way.

Music Used in Podcast

80s Synthwave Game Music by AlexiAction from Pixabay

https://pixabay.com/music/80s-synthwave-game-music-112662/  

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Pokémon Competitive From an 8th Grader – Episode 000 (Anderson Tsang)

Welcome to Pokémon Competitive From an 8th Grader! In this intro episode, host Anderson Tsang explains why he started podcasting about Pokémon PvP strategy — and why his ideas are just that… ideas.

This show dives into competitive Pokémon builds, strategy combos, abilities, held items, and ways to counter some of the toughest threats in the meta. Anderson shares how helping friends with team strategies in middle school turned into a passion for building creative PvP solutions

In Episode 000, Anderson talks about:

• Why he chose Pokémon PvP as his focus

• How he develops strategy ideas

• His determination to counter dominant competitive builds

• What listeners can expect in future episodes

Future episodes will feature specific Pokémon builds, double battle combos, item pairings, and guest discussions with friends who’ve tested his ideas.

This podcast is about experimenting, testing strategies, and thinking competititively. You don’t have to use these builds — they’re just ideas to explore and try for yourself.

Music: Gravitational Collapse © 2026 by Shane Ivers — CC BY 4.0

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Welcome to Budget Bites! In this intro episode, hosts Jaxon Reiman and Christopher Grassotti lay out what this podcast is all about — competitive food combos on a middle school budget.

Each week, the guys will bring in a food combo under $5 based on a different theme (sour, sweet, spicy, and more). They’ll taste, describe, and debate their picks before handing things over to a guest judge who decides the winner.

In this first episode, they break down:

• Why they started the show

• What listeners can expect each week

• How the ranking system will work

• And, of course, who really brings the better food

Think of this as the “hang tight” episode before the real food battles begin.

This podcast is about two good friends buying food combos under five dollars and ranking them. Each week, a different guest judge settles the debate and decides which combo wins.

Music: Epical Trailer Sport Motivational by Dmitrii — Pixabay

https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-epical-trailer-sport-motivational-115677/

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Interview with Ms. Perrotti

In this episode of Behind the Desk, hosts Saanvi, Sia, and Mikayla sit down with their art teacher, Ms. Perrotti, for their first official teacher interview.

The trio learns what inspired Ms. Perrotti to become an art teacher, what her favorite units are to teach, and what makes art such a meaningful subject. They also talk about the most challenging and most rewarding parts of her job, how she relaxes after school, and some of her favorite shows and interests outside of the classroom.

The episode features a product review segment and wraps up with a fun round of “Would You Rather,” giving listeners a chance to see their teacher in a completely different light.

Behind the Desk highlights the people behind the lessons — giving students a chance to connect with teachers beyond the classroom.

Music: Friday (Instrumental) by HappyWorldWithMochi — CC BY 4.0

https://freemusicarchive.org/music/happyworldwithmochi/bouncy-album-energetic/friday-saxophone-pop-instrumental/

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Behind the Desk – Episode 001 (Saanvi, Sia, and Mikayla)