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In the third episode of "The Up-beat," Inkspot reporters Pranav Bhookya, Anna Chang and Coelton Harris share what’s been making them happy this week: the return of snow, a four-day weekend, progress on the winter play set and Illinois’ road upset over Purdue.

Nico Salvati, Liv Lively and Rex Rowley share what is making them happy this week in the second episode of “The Up-Beat,” talking “Stranger Things,” the Chicago Bears and the “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” update.

Lyra Townsend, Elijah Conda and Arwen Georgas share what is making them happy in the season three premiere of “The Up-Beat,” talking Telestrations, cows and "Lord of the Rings." 

Welcome to Generation Gap—the podcast where the Inkspot's Gen Z students and millennial Mr. Bovenkerk teacher tackle headlines from opposite ends of the age divide.  In our first episode, we break down the chaos surrounding "A Minecraft Movie," discussing if this is the downfall of movie theater etiquette or just another short-lived viral trend.

From shy kid to showstopper, Lily Mavros has come a long way since her first classroom solo. Now, she’s tackling "Mamma Mia!" as Community’s leading lady. But it’s not just about the spotlight—Lily juggles school, gigs and teaching young musicians, all while keeping the dream alive.  Tune in as we dive into her journey, the hard work behind the music, and what it takes to shine on stage....

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week.   Bella Green, Kirsten Santana and Carter Hull share what is making them happy this week.

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where each week a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week.   Bryce Hickman, Leonor Rivas, Kirsten Santana and Carter Hull share what is making them happy this week.

Inside the Paint is a roundtable discussion where the Inkspot’s basketball beat reporters dive deep into the Ironmen boys and girls basketball seasons. Zachary Knox-Doyle, B.J. Dumas, Bella Green and Ben Kerber offer a courtside pass to all things Ironmen basketball.  Join us as we break down the end of the girls' season and the boys' State push.

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where each week a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week.   Pranathi Ganti, Malachi McCool, Zachary Knox-Doyle and Brody Roberts share what is making them happy this week.

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where each week a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week.   Ali Ince, Ben Kerber, Bella Green and Charlie Faulkner share what is making them happy this week.

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where each week a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week.   Abigail Ziemer, Brayden Blackwell, Anysia Russell and Lucas Drengwitz share what is making them happy this week.

Welcome to "The Up-Beat," where each week a group of Inkspot reporters take a break from breaking news to share what's been making them smile this week.   B.J. Dumas, Lyra Townsend, Terrion Darnell and Bayli Ferris share what is making them happy this week.

Inside the Paint is a roundtable discussion where the Inkspot’s basketball beat reporters dive deep into the Ironmen boys and girls basketball seasons. Zachary Knox-Doyle, B.J. Dumas, Lucas Drengwitz, Bella Green and Ben Kerber offer a courtside pass to all things Ironmen basketball, breaking down the season heading into the home stretch of the regular season. Join us as we break down the teams&ap...

Inside the Paint is a roundtable discussion where the Inkspot's basketball beat reporters dive deep into the Ironmen boys and girls basketball seasons.  Zachary Knox-Doyle, B.J. Dumas, Bella Green and Ben Kerber offer a courtside pass to all things Ironmen basketball, breaking down the season so far as the Ironmen head into the heart of the season. Join us as we shine a spotlight on this seas...

Mr. Brad Bovenkerk, 11-year English teacher and Community Journalism adviser, spills on his experiences leading the Inkspot and the importance of student journalism. 

Welcome to the seventh episode of “Inkspill,” a podcast where hosts Abby Ruebush and Avani Rai take turns inviting Community’s staff to “spill” on all things NCHS. In less time than it takes to finish a cup of tea, listen to our guests dish on piping hot topics. This episode, Mr. Chris Belt, a 14-year English teacher and former Community student himself, spills on his perspectives as a Black male...

Welcome to the sixth episode of “Inkspill,” a podcast where hosts Abby Ruebush and Avani Rai take turns inviting Community’s staff to “spill” on all things NCHS. In less time than it takes to finish a cup of tea, listen to our guests dish on piping hot topics. This episode, 18-year special education teacher Mrs. Erin Sanders spills on the department behind Community's Grounded in Iron coffee...

Mr. Ricky King, 2023 Bilingual Teacher of the Year recipient, spills on the ESL Department at Community. 

Mr. Patrick Lawler, 17-year Community social studies teacher and 2021 Bloomington City Council candidate, spills on the importance of political involvement among high schoolers. 

Ms. Tara Pendleton spills on the enrichment activities she sponsors, Community's Future Business Leaders of America chapter and the Freshman Mentoring Program, and their impacts on students. 

Welcome to the second episode of “Inkspill,” a podcast where hosts Abby Ruebush and Avani Rai take turns inviting Community’s staff to “spill” on all things NCHS. In less time than it takes to finish a cup of tea, listen to our guests dish on piping hot topics.  This episode Mr. Mike Roller spills on standardized testing. 

Welcome to “Inkspill,” a podcast where hosts Abby Ruebush and Avani Rai take turns inviting Community’s staff to “spill the tea” on all things NCHS. In less time than it takes to finish a cup of tea, listen to our guests dish on piping hot topics.  This episode Señora Mary Esther Baldwin spills on how Community has changed over the years.

Mr. Brad Bovenkerk, Mr. Paul Krogmeier, and Mr. Dave Feeney go toe-to-toe when they breakdown the 2015 film Creed . The trio breaks down the 7th installment into the Rocky franchise as the latest film destined to be "On Repeat."

In this episode of Social Buddies, the Buddies, with special guest Mr. Chris Belt, discuss what has been happening this summer and the possibility of returning to in-person school amidst an ongoing global pandemic.