The Sunny Views

Imagine getting a notification saying "don't come to school tomorrow" and thinking it’s just a cheeky two-week break... only to still be stuck at home months later. 😷 In this episode of The Sunny View Podcast, we’re taking a massive throwback to the COVID-19 era. We’re talking about that legendary moment the world shut down, the absolute chaos of pivoting from Minecraft sessions to Zoom classes,...

Welcome back to The Sunny Views 🎙️ — the Sunny View School podcast made by Year 13 students, out every Monday 📅 In this episode, we get real about whether social media is ruining how we see ourselves (and everyone else). We talk about the “highlight reel” effect, comparing your life to someone’s best 10 seconds, and the pressure to post like you’re always doing amazing 😅 We also break down: priv...

What happens when you give Gen Z the keys to the country? 🔑 We’re back with another episode of the Sunny Views Today podcast, and this time, we’re putting our Year 12 and 13 students in the hot seat as Prime Minister! Ishaan and Pyotr join Hortense to tackle the five biggest global headaches: climate change, geopolitics, the cost of living crisis, migration, and human rights. From why Europe can’...

What’s up everyone! ⚽️ The World Cup 2026 is officially on the horizon and we are geeking out. In this episode of the Sunny View Podcast, Hortense, Archie, and Martin dive deep into everything football. From the "expensive" struggle of a three-country tournament in North America to the absolute madness of the 48-team expansion, we’re breaking it all down. We’re getting into the big debates: Is La...

Welcome back to the first episode of 2026! 🎙️ In this episode, Hortense, Kiara, Selina, and Reyana get real about the pressure of New Year's resolutions and why the "January 1st Reset" might actually be toxic. 🚫🧢 We are spilling the tea on everything senior year: from the stress of waiting for uni offers and becoming "academic weapons" to the fear of losing our high school friend group after gra...

It’s finally the end of the term! ❄️ In this special festive episode of the Sunny Views podcast, Hortense sits down with Michael to rate the Christmas spirit (is it a solid 9/10 or are we just stressed about mocks? 😅). We dive deep into the cultural differences of celebrating in the Netherlands vs. Spain vs. Russia, and debate the controversial topic: Does asking for cash as a gift kill the vibe?...

Welcome back to The Sunny View Podcast! ☀️🎧 In this episode, Hortense is joined by Year 13 legends Daniel and Archie to debate the absolute GOATs of Netflix. We’re getting into the heated debates: Is Breaking Bad actually better than Suits?. We expose the people who still haven't watched Stranger Things (how is that even possible?!) , and discuss whether binge-watching is ruining the vibe of week...

🎙️ Welcome back to The Sunny Views! In this episode, we flip the script and get real with three of our own teachers from Sunny View School. Ever wondered what teachers are actually like outside the classroom? Spoiler: they’re not just “random characters” in your life—they’ve got stories, struggles, and some pretty wild pasts! 😲 We dive into: Why these teachers chose teaching (and what they did be...

Welcome back to The Sunny Views! ☀️ In this episode, Hortense and Carla from Year 13 dive deep into the real talk of teen relationships—breakups, self-esteem, jealousy, and the rollercoaster of emotions that come with it. 💔💬 From the highs of feeling loved to the lows of heartbreak, they share honest stories about trust, arguments, and what it’s really like to date in the age of social media. 📱...

This week, our host Brendan Patrick dives deep with Noah and special guest Ella into a topic that affects literally everyone—mental health! 🤯 We're pulling back the curtain on the pressure cooker of high school, balancing A-Levels, uni applications, and feeling like you have to be 'on' 24/7. We discuss everything from the pressure of exams and grades to the reality of burnout (one of the hosts ac...

🚨👻 WARNING: This episode is seriously spooky! 👻🚨 Get ready for the ultimate Halloween special from The Sunny Views podcast! Hortense, your Year 13 host joined by special guests Lumia and Daniel, is diving deep into the darkest corners of Reddit to share the creepiest, most mind-bendingly scary stories out there. Plus, we get into some personal spooky stories, from family legends to sleep paral...

Welcome to another episode of The Sunny Views, where our Year 13 students dive deep into the world of conspiracy theories! 👽🛸 In this week's podcast, hosts Hortense, Lumia, Daniel, and Piotr debate some of the most outrageous and intriguing theories out there. Is the Earth really flat? Did Hitler escape? Was Princess Diana's death an accident? And what's really happening at Area 51? 🤔 They also...

In this episode of "The Sunny Views," Hortense, Brendan and Michael tackle a topic that affects us all: the pressure to be perfect. 🤯 They sit down with a special guest - Ms Keen, Sunny View's Secondary School SENCo, to dive into the world of learning differences, the power of making mistakes, and why your unique qualities are actually your superpowers. 💪 They discuss everything from the pitfall...

Ready for a deep dive into WWII with The Sunny Views? 🎙️ In this week's episode, your hosts Piotr, Noah, and Ishaan are back to tackle some seriously controversial and fascinating topics! We're talking about the morality of resistance movements, like the Warsaw Uprising, and the debate over the Allied bombing of Japan. Plus, we explore the crazy technological innovations that came out of the war,...

🎧✨ The Sunny Views - First Episode of the Season! ✨🎧 Welcome back to "The Sunny Views," your favourite student-led podcast! 🎉 We're kicking off the new school year with an awesome chat about the first week back. Join hosts Brendan, Kiara, Carla, and Ishaan as they spill the tea on adjusting to the new term. We're talking weird new schedules, the struggle of waking up early, and the pressure o...

Hello and welcome to the FINAL episode of Season 2 of The Sunny Views! 👋 For the last time this season, your incredible hosts, Sofia and Emily, are here to discuss their experiences, memories, and thoughts as their time in Year 13 at Sunny View School comes to an end. Tune in to hear them chat about: Reflections on their favorite years at school 🤔 Hilarious and sometimes wild school memories 😂...

Hi everyone! 👋 Get ready to have your minds blown in Episode 18 of the Sunny View Podcast! This week, your host Manuel Villavieja sits down with his good mate Richard Garlik for a deep dive into the craziest near-future tech. Is AI gonna take over, or is it just mega-hyped? 🤖 Would you actually chow down on meat grown in a lab? 🥩 What's the real deal with powering the future – is it all about n...

Hey guys! 👋 In this episode of The Sunny Views podcast, host Sophia Dravecky and guests Piotr, Hortense, and Rania dive into a 🔥 controversial discussion about Donald Trump. They chat about why people voted for Trump, his policies, and even get into some spicy debates about whether race and social media played a role in his election. They also talk about Trump's impact on immigration, freedom of...

🎧 Level up your listening with the latest episode of The Sunny Views! 🎧 Join your host, Sophia Dravecky (Year 13), as she dives into the world of video games with her awesome guests from Year 12: Noah Horecny, Piotr Paleczny, and Alejandro Abril. They're talking all things PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch! 🤔 What are their go-to games? What are the best games they've EVER played? And are there...

What's the deal with gym culture? 🤔 Is it all about gains, or is there more to it? In this episode of "The Sunny Views" podcast 🎙️, your host Harry Tarlton (Year 13) gets real with Axel Fournet, Archie Lees, and Thomas Dravecky from Year 12 about all things gym-related. They're diving deep into the stuff you actually care about: Does social media make us feel like we'll never be "enough"? 📱 Are...

This week on The Sunny Views, we're celebrating International Women's Day ♀️ with a powerful and insightful episode: 'Women's Voices: Men, Listen!' 🗣️ Join our incredible Sixth Form hosts, Sofia Dravecky, Paula Ruubel, Ciara Hickey, and Hortense Dufour, as they dive deep into the heart of feminist values and perspectives. This episode is a unique opportunity for everyone, especially men, to listen...

Are you ready to dive into the dramatic world of human behavior? Join Sofia and Emily on Episode 13 of The Sunny Views as they explore the gray areas of right and wrong. This week, they dissect real-life dilemmas from Reddit's "Am I the Bad Guy?" community, where users anonymously share their questionable actions and seek judgment.    From petty squabbles to relationship scandals, no topic is off-...

Get ready for another great 30 minutes, because The Sunny Views is back with another thought-provoking episode! Join your host Harry Tartlon from Year 13 and special guests Emily Hindle, Prem Ramchandani, and Manuel Villavieja as they dive headfirst into a range of controversial subjects. In this episode, they tackle: Freedom of Speech & its Limits: Just how free should speech be? Hate Speech:...

Ever wondered about veganism?  Tune in to The Sunny Views Episode 11! Host Sofia Dravecky leads a lively discussion with our resident vegan expert, Miss Gilchrest, who shares her insights and passion for plant-based living.  We also hear from self-proclaimed carnivores Harry Tarlton and Daniel Falces, who offer their perspectives on this often-debated topic.   As always, the episode features eye-c...

Ever wondered what truly makes a teacher stand out? 🤔 Join Emily Hindle (Year 13) as she chats with Sofia Dravecky (Year 13), Michael Mulderij, and Piotr Paleczny (both Year 12) to explore what makes some teachers unforgettable—and others, well, not so much! From those who make learning exciting to the ones who really get their students, this episode is packed with personal stories, honest opinio...