Patriot Pod

by Bayze Bradley and Kylie Sun From the staff of the Middle School Utopian , enjoy a glimpse into the path that brought some of your teachers to Viewpoint school.

This is the second in a series about people who work behind the scenes at Viewpoint School to make it run smoothly. Learn more about one of our Director of Libraries, Mrs. Sarah Davis. (episode by Rachel Huang)

This episode is brought to you by Rachel H, (2026), and Viewpoint's Podcasting Club. Transcript available.

Zooming with Zach, we hear how he has been working to improve and support the livelihoods of Latin American women in Mexico and Colombia (soon to expand to more areas of Latin and South America) with his company, Elenas.

"This year, we are extremely thrilled to welcome 48 new students coming from all over the world to join our Patriot family as freshmen." Transcript available here . 

Summer is an excellent time for listening to podcasts! The Middle School and Upper School VPod student producers wanted to thank as many people as possible before time ran out, and while they were sad not to personally mention each individual teacher, this third episode in the series demonstrates how caring the entire Viewpoint faculty and staff is, and that the feeling is mutual! To everyone who...

I always thought podcasting meant being a celebrity. But, after almost a year of making podcasts and learning new skills, I realized it is so much more than that. From thinking I was going to be on iHeart radio, to crying over imperfect episodes, I've experienced it all. I believe that all these hilarious memories on my journey as a podcaster gave me skills that will serve me for a lifetime. "What...

“There’s nothing like live theatre,” as Mr. Monarch says. This year, Viewpoint Middle School’s Spring Musical is finally back in person with Disney’s Descendants, and students and teachers have much to say. Listen to hear their thoughts and experiences from everything about coming back to rehearsing in person to all of their favorite songs and memories. This episode is brought to you by Allison, a...

This is the second part in a series of tributes to the Viewpoint faculty, staff, and administration. This episode is made by Middle and Upper School podcasters, and expresses gratitude to Middle and Upper School educators. Thank you for all that you do. Check back for more episodes coming soon.

The Third Grade Class of 2031 recorded sections of VP News over several weeks and their first episode is finally out! Listen in on this student-led podcast!

This is the first part in a series of tributes to the Viewpoint faculty, staff, and administration. This episode is made by Middle and Upper School podcasters, and expresses gratitude to Middle and Upper School educators. Thank you for all that you do. Check back for more episodes coming soon. (Transcript coming soon)

The 8th grade El Capitan Retreat was an incredible experience. We got to travel with our friends, classmates and teachers. We participated in so many breathtaking outdoor activities like kayaking, night walk, ropes course and hike. In this episode, students and faculty chaperones will share their exciting stories on this amazing trip. This episode is brought to you by Rachel, and the VPod, a produ...

The 6th annual Diversity Leadership Day occurred on February 2, 2022. Many unforgettable, spectacular and extraordinary things happened on that day. Our presenters, listeners and workshop sponsors have much to say. This episode is brought to you by Rachel, and the VPod, a production of Viewpoint's Zero Period Podcasting Class. Transcript coming soon.

Ever wonder how a holiday like Valentine’s Day came about? Well then, listen along as I go through the Strange and Interesting History of Valentine’s Day, including things such as gods of love, outlawed marriages, and sacrifices; I think you’ll find it’s quite a wild ride. This episode is brought to you by Max, and the VPod, a production of Viewpoint's Zero Period Podcasting Class. Credits: Histor...

In this episode my aunt will share her immigration journey. This story begins in Russia in about 1988. Living in Russia at the time was hard and dreadful. My grandparents (my aunt’s parents) decided it was time to leave Russia. My aunt will share all the fun stories, all experiences, and some secrets that no one knows! If you want to hear the twists and turns and amazing advice, click play and enj...

This episode is brought to you by Rachel and the VPod, a production of Viewpoint's Zero Period Podcasting Class. Transcript coming soon to Viewpoint School. Transcript available. 

Learn how phone usage affects your ability to focus and be productive. Credit to Reviews.org for statistics included in this episode ( https://www.reviews.org/mobile/cell-phone-addiction) This episode is brought to you by the VPod, a production of Viewpoint's Zero Period Podcasting Class. Transcript coming soon to Viewpoint School.

This is a story about my grandparent’s immigration journey. Did you listen to part one of Stories with Me? I interviewed my dad and got his perspective of this immigration story! In today’s episode, my grandparents will be sharing their perspectives of this story, from moving across the country to finding a new job. The twists and turns are unpredictable! So, click play and enjoy! This episode is...

This is a story about my dad’s immigration journey. This story starts in Russia in about 1988. Living in Russia at the time was hard and dreadful. My grandparents (my dad’s parents) decided it was time to leave Russia. For my dad, that means: leave school, bye-bye friends, adios home town, because it was time to go to America! If you want to hear the twists and turns and amazing advice, click play...

This first episode in the Jazz Lab Series Episode introduces you to Viewpoint’s Jazz Lab to get you excited to join this course. Topics include the student musical experiences, why do students want to join the Jazz Lab, why and how our Jazz Lab instructor started this super fun and unique zero period course, and how Jazz Lab welcomes new students to join us. This episode is brought to you by Rache...

The very first episode of Club Analysis! In this episode we check out a club called Radio Plays that creates some fun stories, including a story about criminal mice and another about the pope being a dinosaur! This episode is brought to you by Max, and the VPod, a production of Viewpoint's Zero Period Podcasting Class. Transcript available Thank you to Radio Plays for allowing us to use their audi...

Welcome to the VPod, brought to you by student podcasters in Viewpoint's Zero Period class. Transcript available

In the very first episode of ‘Sports&Beyond,’ listen to the stories and struggles of Travis Kikugawa’s life as a tennis and soccer coach. Travis shares unique memories and challenges he has encountered along his teaching journey and gives some inspirational advice! This episode is brought to you by Leah, and the VPod, a production of Viewpoint's Zero Period Podcasting Class.  Transcript a...

Mrs. Cole interviews Laurel, class of 2024, about her original song, Rise Above, created for the Stronger Than Hate Challenge .  Transcript available here . 

In this podcast, we take a trip to the past; we interview my family members about their lives before adulthood. In this episode, I'm doing things a little bit differently. I have both my mom and dad here with me to do an interview and reflection about their lives before adulthood.