Bears Den Pawcast

For the final episode of Season 3, we decided to do something different. Instead of interviewing guests from our school community, this episode turns the microphones back onto the podcast team itself. Hosts Ben and Patience are joined by Mrs. Dopko and editor Christian for a full-team conversation reflecting on how The Bears Den Pawcast began, how it has evolved over the past three seasons, and wh...

What does it really take to bring a musical theatre production to life? In this episode of The Bears Den Pawcast , hosts Gwen and Corin sit down with Mr. Overholt, Mrs. Vaillancourt, and Alexa LeRoy to explore the journey behind our school’s musical theatre program , from the first rehearsal to the final curtain call. Together, they dive into the creative process of building a show, the complexity...

In this episode of The Bears Den Pawcast , we sit down with members of our Boys’ Bears Hockey Team — Jackson (Team Captain), Burt (Goalie), and Zeek (Defenseman) — to talk about their undefeated season and the growth of the SJSH Hockey Academy. The conversation begins with some fun rapid-fire questions, but quickly shifts into something deeper: the culture behind Bears hockey. The team shares what...

In episode three of The Bears Den Pawcast , hosts Patience Chadbourn and Gwen Suave sit down with two student leaders who are helping shape our school community from the inside out,  Sogi Ijioma , SAC Diversity Representative, and Bronte McLeod , Indigenous Student Trustee. The conversation kicks off with some fun rapid-fire questions, but quickly dives into meaningful reflections on identity, lea...

In this heartfelt and highly requested episode, Corin and Patience sit down with one of the most beloved figures at SJSH, Lenny , the chef behind Lenny’s Cantina and an alumnus who truly bleeds green and gold. Lenny shares the incredible full-circle story of how his path began right here at SJSH, from being pulled out of class as a student to help cook in the cafeteria, to returning years later to...

Season 3 of The Bears Den Pawcast kicks off today with a special guest, one of SJSH’s very own, Mr. Lucas Tignanelli! From the court to the classroom, the band room to esports, Mr. Tignanelli shares what drives his passion for teaching, music, coaching, and the heart of our school community. You’ll hear stories about his journey as both a student and teacher, the lessons that shaped him, and the v...

In our second-last episode of the season, our hosts Justin and Tristan sit down with teacher and coach Mr. Ricky for an honest and powerful conversation about resiliency, discipline, and staying grounded through life’s toughest moments. This episode stands out—real, full of heart, and grounded in open, meaningful conversation. From personal stories to sports and mindset, it’s a reminder that we al...

The newest episode of The Bears Den Pawcast is here—and it’s one that will warm your heart and open your mind. In this episode, we sit down with Cedric Torres and Emma Casagrande, two Grade 12 students from the International Club, who share their experiences of coming to Canada from the Philippines and Italy. From their first impressions of SJSH to their favourite Canadian memories (and yes—even t...

Our newest episode on The Bears Den Pawcast is here, and it’s all about making a difference! In this episode, we sit down with Keeva Berghmer and Olivia Mancari , two student leaders from the Bears Who Care , to discuss the impact of their club, their mission to support both our school and the wider community, and the importance of student-led initiatives in making a difference. They’ll share what...

The Bears Den Pawcast is back with an all-new episode, and this one is show-stopping !  Fresh off three sold-out performances of Mamma Mia , we’re sitting down with Maeve Elsey, David Dunn, and Mercy Wilson—three of the incredible stars from this year’s Bears Musical Theatre production. From behind-the-scenes stories to unforgettable moments on stage, hear what it’s like to bring a musical to life...

The Bears Den Pawcast is back with a brand-new episode, where we highlight the journey of how cubs become bears. In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with one of our most beloved community members, Ms. Zappala. Not only is Ms. Zappala a proud alumni of SJSH, but she has also dedicated decades of her life to shaping and inspiring our school community. From teaching English, Religion, and Music to...

Get ready for an inspiring new episode of The Bears Den Pawcast—where we highlight the journey of how cubs become bears! Our first episode of season 2, we are diving into the incredible story of our very own senior football coach, Mr. Quinlan.  From playing and coaching football for the McMaster Marauders to becoming a dedicated teacher and coach at SJSH, Mr. Quinlan shares what it takes to build...

Tory Fisher and the Shkaabewis program at SJSH put together three episodes that are each fifteen minutes discussing various topics highlighting Indigenous People's month and their learning through their land-based course. In honour of their hard work and dedication to creating their own podcast episodes, we are including them on the Bear's Den Pawcast to highlight different student voice...

The sixth, and final episode of Season 1 of the Bears Den Pawcast is here, Bears. In this episode, our hosts interview, Alina Bobowski and Ethan Elsey, our SAC President and Vice President (respectively), following these cubs journey to how they became bears. Some of the most prevalent themes are: commitment and teamwork, passion, and the importance of being involved in extracurriculars.  --------...

The fifth episode of our Pawcast is here Bears!!! In this episode, our hosts interview Justin Marietti and Chloe Popp, our SAC athletic reps, following both their athletic journeys and contributions to SJSH. Some of the most prevalent themes are: leadership, the importance of having a positive mentality, and getting involved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------...

R.I.S.E - Resource|Intervention|Safe Space|Education.   The fourth episode of our Pawcast is here Bears!!! With May being coined as “Mental Health Awareness Month” we wanted to take a moment to highlight SJSH’s very own Mental Health committee. As such, we have chosen to interview the Chair and Vice-chair of R.I.S.E.   Some of the most prevalent themes are: positivity, the importance of self-care,...

The third episode of our Pawcast is here Bears!!! In this episode, our new hosts have a talk about passion with one of the most monumental past cubs at SJSH currently. Some of the most prevalent themes are: humble beginnings, the importance of pursuing your dreams, and the importance of being involved in extracurriculars.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------...

The second episode of our Pawcast is here Bears!!! In  this episode, we interviewed one of SJSH's very own cubs, McCrea Cazabon, following the journey of what lead him to follow his passions. Some of the most prevalent themes are: persistence, determination, and of course, passion.  ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Epi...

The debut episode of SJSH's very own Pawcast is finally here!!! In this episode we interview our principal, Ms. Pride, following the journey of how this past cub has become the bear that she is today. Some of the most prevalent themes are: leadership, community, and words of wisdom. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Epi...