The Podcast Project

A concluding episode about the journey of the podcast project through the thoughts of the students who worked on Stories From the Street.

A "Breakfast Club" of students weigh in on the gun control debate and what it is like to grow up in a time when lockdown drills are as common as fire drills.

This episode explores the lives of Corrina and Val, as well as the interviewers reflection on learning to interview, intergenerational connections and life experiences.

Maddy, a high school senior, sits down with a vibrant, kind, and outgoing Carmen. At 80, Carmen hopes that today's graduating seniors put down their phones, take a gap year, and travel to experience what life has to offer.

From teacher to homeless. The students interviewing Scottie learn that homelessness does not discriminate when it comes to age.

Jack and Reverend Al's conversation concludes in the cafe. Jack gives a final reflection of his experience. (Continuation of Part 2).

Jack continues to interview Reverend Al, discussing everything from homelessness in Canada to Al's work with the Dandelion Society. (Some sections are difficult to hear as this was recorded in a cafe).

The rough story of Michael, a local homeless person. A vulnerable, honest discussion around the difficult themes of homeless life. (NOTE: This episode does mention drug abuse and other heavy issues).

In this episode we will be exploring what it means to be in the LGBTQ+ community. Through a conversation with a member of the trans community we will be learning about their experiences and how they relate to high school students today.

Part 1: A student hears a shocking story of survival and resilience, discovering a human story behind the refugee label.

Part 2: A "Breakfast Club" of teens discuss everything from labels to refugees.