Those Boys on the Hill

Dave Lichter joins the pod this week to share his experience as a weekend house parent for the house on the hill.

They've touched on it before. Now it's time to reveal more about life on the hill with Henry and Jeanine as house parents. 

Those Boys continue the discussion of backhanded compliments and answer some questions from two middle-aged white women, Jeanelle and her sister-in-law, Sue.  Be sure to stick around for classic TBOTH tales – Philly Croquet and  Honeycomb Frank.

Long-time friend Eddie joins Those Boys on the Hill to talk about his take on the Abandoned House, their time at Avon Grove, and Puerto Rican history.  Check out the lecture he mentions, " War Against All Puerto Ricans "

Cody Smith (Jeanelle's youngest brother) joins the pod this week to share experiences of growing up black and biracial.  Read Iszel's poem, I Once , on the blog .

Those Boys describe the grandness of the house on the hill and the surrounding three acres and recount an epic game of hide-n-seek that this week's guest, Josh Gellner, will never forget.

Those Boys and are back with their long-time friend and licensed counselor Tracie Rickards Beltran (AG Class of '95). The pod talks about trauma, therapy, and getting through this together. The information in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  If you feel you have experienced trauma, seek the advice of your physician, or other qualifi...

Jacque Glover (Elliott and Iszel's older brother) checks in with the pod.​ They talk about the day they were picked up to go to "someplace better" and Jacque's role as a brother/father figure.  Music by Wataboi .  Find more on Pixabay.

Beloved high school English teacher, Ms. Bryant, joins Those Boys for this special episode.  Bringing her red pen out of retirement, she offers writing advice on Elliott's blog post, "Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup," while the group uncovers the deeper meaning... Music by Wataboi .  Find more on Pixabay. Read the blog post here: Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

Retaliation or deterrent? Elliott and Iszel recount early experiences of violence at home in Philly and in the foster care system that taught them to defend themselves by any means necessary. CONTENT WARNING:  The stories we share today include violence, trauma, and sexual abuse.  Please take any time you need to prepare yourself emotionally before continuing.   Music by Wataboi .  Find more on Pi...

Those Boys share their perspective on school fights and suspensions, while finally revealing the true story behind Iszel's smile. Music by Wataboi .  Find more on Pixabay.

Elliott and Iszel recount an high school house party gone awry. Hindsight is 2021 - Those Boys talk about perspective, reputation, and what it meant to be a good (or bad) kid. Music by Wataboi .  Find more on Pixabay.

It’s the new year! Elliott and Iszel catch up from the holidays with friend Jeanelle, discussing the podcast launch, triumvirates, and Those Boys' first story - Lightning Hits the House on the Hill. Music by Wataboi .  Find more on Pixabay.