Old Tappan Podcast Network

Old Tappan Podcast Network

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Old Tappan Podcast Network episodes

  • 270 - Hailey - What is the future of climate change in the Arctic?

    In this podcast, Hailey discusses the question: What is the future of climate change in the Arctic? She interviews students and elaborates about global warming and how it can affect the countries and the possibilities of catastrophes and epidemics. Is the Arctic becoming the next global battleground for military dominance between the countries? What are the hidden dangers of melting Arctic ground and its potential to trigger catastrophic climate feedback loops? Listen to the podcast to learn about global warming and the Arctic that you’re curious about!

    5 min
  • 269 - Avery - What was the cause of death for Rosetta Jean Baptiste?

    In this episode, Avery talks about the case, and asks the question, “What was the cause of death for Rosetta Jean Baptiste?” She discusses the case, and how it is still unsolved. Who was Rosetta Jean Baptiste? What happened to her, and who is likely  at fault? Listen to this episode to find out more information about the real truth of Rosetta Jean Baptiste, and what actually happened to her! 

    4 min
  • 268 - Owen - Can chatting with AI ruin your life?

    In this podcast episode, Owen asks: Can Chatting with AI Ruin Your Life? He explores the history of chat bots, and the pros and cons of modern Artificial Intelligence. How does your specific usage of AI affect you? Be sure to listen to this podcast to completely flip your perspective on Artificial Intelligence.

    5 min
  • 267 - Zoey - Why do thieves want to steal works of art?

    In this episode, Zoey asks the question: Why do thieves so often try to steal works of art? She interviews her peers asking the questions, do the benefits of being a thief outweigh the risk and possible consequences and why do you think art is so often a target for thieves. The other question discussed is what are some examples of famous art heists? Listen to this podcast to dive into what really goes into art heists and wonder if you would be able to make it as a thief?

    7 min
  • 266 - Olivia - Why do companies have Black Friday sales?

    In this episode, Olivia discusses the question: Why do companies choose to have Black Friday sales? She specifies on the history, why companies have such big discounts and the lack of participation from other companies. Listen to find out more about how Black Friday has changed from the past, and more about the present sales today!

    5 min
  • 265 - Katie - How will Brexit affect the global economy?

    In this episode, Katie discusses the question: How has Brexit impacted the global economy up to this point and what is in store for the future? She explores the reasons behind the Brexit decision, how it has impacted the economy since 2020, and predictions for the future. How will the UK’s economy in 2026 ripple through other countries? Through interviews and research, the everyday implications following Britain’s exit are explained. Listen to this podcast to find out how one of the most influential international relations events of the decade has impacted the global economy.


    5 min
  • 264 - Kareem - Does social media qualify as an addiction?

    In this podcast, Kareem asks the question: Does social media qualify as an addiction? He goes through what an addiction is. Then, he explains whether or not social media addiction fits this definition. Finally, he discusses what we can do to solve the problem of social media addiction. Listen to this podcast to learn more about social media addictions, and for tips on how to avoid it.

    4 min
  • 263 - Vivienne - What is the future of Pixar?

    In this podcast, Vivienne discusses the question: What is the future of Disney/Pixar? She explains the history of these animation companies, what’s changed since the golden ages, and what they can do to maintain dominance into the future. What do audiences dislike about Disney/Pixar’s production of films today? Why has everything gone downhill? How can Disney and Pixar make a big switch back to their beautiful, original legacy? Listen to this podcast, and find out all the answers to this question, as well as other cool facts you never knew about the history of these companies.

    6 min
  • 262 - Archer - Where is the most likely place to find life outside of our planet?

    In this episode, Archer poses the question: Where is the most likely place to find life outside of our planet? He interviews multiple students to ask about their opinions on the matter. The contents of this episode include a discussion of other planets near our Earth, different moons in our solar system, and extrasolar life. Listen to this podcast to learn about all of our options for life in the future.

    5 min
  • 261 - Grady - Why do video games get delayed so often?

    In this podcast, Grady asks the question, Why does video game production get delayed? He  talks about the three main factors of games getting delayed. He goes into detail about these 4 phases of production. He elaborates on Scope creep, and interviews two people about these factors on games getting delayed. Even if you aren’t into games this podcast can tell you a lot about how games are made and the challenges in hitting a deadline.

    7 min

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Old Tappan middle school students investigate thoughtful questions to gain a deeper understanding of our world.