Talon Talk

In this episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen ('20) and Cal Fiske ('20) interview two of CB’s most well known TikTok creators, McKenna Purdy (‘20) and Emma Busch (‘20). We discuss the history of TikTok and how it transformed from cringey middle schoolers lip syncing to their favorite songs to humorous 15 to 60 second skits. The Falcon TikTokers reveal how they first learned about TikTok and their own reasoning for producing silly videos for the world to see. They also explain their thought process behind each of their videos and what it takes to go viral. All this and more on this episode of Talon Talk!

In this episode of  Talon Talk, your hosts Calvin Fiske '(20) and Scott Cotter ('20) talk to Kaveh Khajavi '20 and Dean McCord '20 about the origins of their bands Orange Sunshine and Red Voodoo. We talk about how they found their passion for music and what artists influenced their amazing work. You can check out Dean @redvoodoband and Kaveh @orangesunshin3 on Instagram for information on their latest music and upcoming shows.

Mr. Danny Delgado ‘79 is a universally beloved teacher in the CB community who is most commonly known for his involvement in Cross Country, robotics, and Venaver. However,  one may not know that Delgado has been redefining what “quality  education” means at CB. Your hosts Katie Gergen (‘20) and Maggie  Berkeley (‘20) talk to this beloved teacher about his struggles and  successes implementing a self-grading policy into his class room. Katie and Maggie talk to Talon Staff Writer Bella Warren ('21) about her article "Camping With Compassion" as well as her experience as a counselor at Camp ReCreation.

In this episode of Talon talk, Calvin Fiske ‘20 and Maggie Berkley ‘20  talk to CB religion teacher Mr. Havey ‘81 about the atmosphere of Christian Brothers and how it has changed over his years here, the reason Mr. Havey is so involved in service work and how it has affected his life through Venaver and Oak Park cleanup, and what CB's recent Holy Bowl victory means for both schools. Talon Staff Writer Sage Ness ‘20 also joins the podcast to talk about her article Fashion Icons of the Class of 2020  along with some other surprise topics.

In this episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen (‘20) and Scott  Cotter (‘20) interview second year CB teacher Mrs. Erin Hanshew. They discuss  why she decided to make the switch to our beloved school and how it compares to the Lasallian school she came from. She also reveals how she has gotten so involved in the Christian Brothesrs community in only one year while keeping her cheerful demeanor going every day. All of this and more on the latest episode of Talon Talk!

In the latest episode of Talon Talk, Cal Fiske (’20), Scott Cotter (’20), and Katie Gergen (’20) discuss homecoming proposals, how far out you should ask your date, and give a top ten ranking of the best foods in the CB cafeteria.

In the first episode of Season 3 of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen ('20), Maggie Berkley ('20), and Cal Fiske ('20) interview the stars of the football and volleyball teams, Luke Jones (‘20) and Sydney Durana (‘20). We discuss how they feel about past Holy games and what their thoughts are in the upcoming Holy Court and Holy Bowl matches. They also explain how playing sports creates a strong bond between teammates and what it’s like to be the  leaders of their respective teams. All this and more on the season premiere of Talon Talk!

Hannah and Isabella dive into the world of graduation as they chat with Class of 2019 salutatorian Nick Kennedy ‘19  and valedictorian Alanna O’Neill ‘19 about their time at CB and to find out what goes into a memorable graduation speech. Then they discuss what really goes into planning graduation with Senior Class Moderators Mr. Tom English and Mrs. Annie Vanenburg.  Finally they dish with Grad Night coordinator and CB history teacher Ms Amy. Neff about Grad Night and how this year's edition will be the best one yet. All this and more on the last Talon Talk of the year.

After a semester of research, Talon Talk’s very own Jack Milliken hosts Loretto Where Ever You Go, a 15 minute documentary podcast on just what happened to Loretto High School when it closed in 2009. Join Jack as he talks to Christian Brothers teachers who transitioned from Loretto, former Loretto Students, and CB students from the class of 2010, the first year after the transition, as he uncovers the stories, trauma, and catharsis that rose from the that fateful day in January 2009.

Talon Tea is back again just in time for Prom season! Hosts Isabella and Hannah talk to seniors and Talon Staffers Elise Ledesma ('19), Gabby Downey ('19), Grace Rapaski ('19), and Nathan Hertzler ('19). They discuss how to prepare for the big night, deal with group drama, and what to do if your date doesn't like you. Hope you like your tea with sugar, as this is a sweet episode of Talon Talk!