Columbine & Them & You & Me & Everybody

Reunion with our previous guest, Michelle Porter (Columbine High School survivor), who presents and discusses with us the book she wrote, about fellow survivors who went on to become teachers, like herself. Her book is available on open access : https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/oa-mono/10.4324/9781003567240/children-survived-school-shooting-chose-teach-michelle-markert-porter?context=ubx&re...

This episode is a tribute to Pat Tomlin (brother of John Tomlin) who was a guest of our podcast, and passed away in January. His sister Ashley (also a previous guest) shares about him and his journey. Just before the 26th anniversary of the Columbine tragedy, she reflects on loss, love, and life. Rest in peace, Pat!

In the lead up to the 25th anniversary of the Columbine tragedy, previous guests Paula Reed, Michelle Markert Porter, Chad Laughlin, Randy Brown, and Alex Dooley, gather at a roundtable. Two young high schoolers join the discussion. We are happy to hold and share this space for dialogue.

For our last bonus episode, the kids send their messages to the world. Let's hear from them!

Eric Estling is the managing director at the River Phoenix Center for Peacebuilding. For our last episode, we wanted to invite him into the conversation. He shares about his journey, work and hopes.

Crystal, a junior at Columbine in 1999, is one of the library survivors. She shares her story. NB: This is the third and final part of our three-part episode with Crystal.

Crystal, a junior at Columbine in 1999, is one of the library survivors. She shares her story. NB: This is the second part of our three-part episode with Crystal.

Crystal, a junior at Columbine in 1999, is one of the library survivors. She shares her story.

Let's hear from the kids about life on Earth and happiness!

Chad Laughlin was a senior at Columbine in 1999, and the best childhood friend of one of the perpetrators. He shares his story.

Sarah was a sophomore at Columbine in 1999, and Rachel Scott's cousin. She shares her story.

Mark was Rachel Scott's big bro. He shares his story. NB; This is the second part of our two-part episode with Mark.

Mark was Rachel Scott's big bro. He shares his story.

Let's hear from the kids about changes for a better world!

Marla was a sophomore at Columbine in 1999. She shares her story.

Nicole was a junior at Columbine in 1999. She shares her story.

Let's hear from the kids about what is wrong with the world!

Zac was a senior at Columbine in 1999. He shares his story. NB: This is the second part of our two-part episode with Zac.

Zac was a senior at Columbine in 1999. He shares his story.

Dana is Hannah Cain's mom. Hannah was a student at Columbine in 1999, and died from alcoholism in 2018, aged 35. Dana shares their story. Music Credit : "To sing you back", by Dana Cain, featuring Kae Penner-Howell.

Randy Brown had his two sons at Columbine in 1999, and knew the perpetrators long before the tragedy. He shares his story.

Let's hear from kids around the world about mental health issues!

Michelle was a senior at Columbine in 1999. She met Matt, her now-husband, one year after. They share their story. NB: This is the second part of our two-part episode with Michelle and Matt.

Michelle was a senior at Columbine in 1999. She met Matt, her now-husband, one year after. They share their story.

Keenan was Austin Eubanks' best friend and recovery buddy. He shares their story. You can join us on YouTube (bonus videos): youtube.com/@ColumbineThemYouMeEverybody