Zebra Morning Show

It’s Wildcard Wednesday on the Zebra Morning Show, and the conversation goes exactly where Wildcard Wednesdays tend to go— everywhere . Mr. Nesi and Mr. Alex start with a simple question: where does school sports history actually live? From there, things spiral into missing records, century-old hockey championships, imaginary NBHS hockey jerseys, and the need for a school “Hall of Records.” Along...

It’s Trivia Tuesday on the Zebra Morning Show, and things get competitive (and hilarious) as Mr. Nesi puts Mr. Alex and Oscar to the test with a round of Guess the Sitcom Theme Song . From classic shows like The Simpsons , Friends , and Everybody Loves Raymond to more modern favorites like The Office and Parks and Rec , the trio works their way through decades of TV history—sometimes confidently,...

It’s Motivational Monday on the Zebra Morning Show, and Mr. Nesi is joined by Jeffrey, a ninth grader reflecting on life halfway through his freshman year. With Maestro Monday on pause, the episode focuses on honest reflection, growth, and Jeffrey talks about what’s been easier than expected, what’s been more challenging, and how he’s learning to keep trying—even when work gets tough. From crushin...

It’s the first Feel Good Friday of 2026 on the Zebra Morning Show, and Mr. Nesi is feeling good, healthy, and ready to roll. After officially retiring the “Happy New Year” greetings for the year, he shares his win of the week: welcoming ninth graders back after winter break and getting everyone back into the rhythm of school. With the school year nearly halfway done, he reflects on how rewarding i...

It’s Throwback Thursday on the Zebra Morning Show, and Mr. Nesi is joined by Mr. Alex for a snowy walk down memory lane. The conversation naturally turns to childhood winter memories, especially the legendary Blizzard of 1996, when snow was measured in feet, not inches—and school was canceled for almost an entire week. Mr. Alex shares unforgettable moments like ice skating in the street, tubing do...

It’s Wildcard Wednesday on the Zebra Morning Show, and the conversation takes a reflective turn as Oscar starts thinking about the final stretch of his senior year. From prom and graduation to senior nights for wrestling and spring track, Oscar shares what he’s excited (and a little nervous) about as graduation gets closer. The episode also dives into life outside the classroom—working a job with...

It’s Trivia Tuesday on the Zebra Morning Show, and Oscar steps into the hot seat for a New Year–themed trivia challenge hosted by the always-unforgiving Chuckles McFlunster. The topic? The iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve ball. The results? Painfully hilarious. From guessing the wrong decades to wildly underestimating the number of lights and triangles on the ball, Oscar battles through ten ques...

The Zebra Morning Show kicks off the new calendar year with a Motivation Monday message focused on reflection, responsibility, and forward momentum. Mr. Nesi speaks directly to students about New Year’s resolutions, the realities of the second marking period, and the importance of taking ownership of your education and personal growth. This short but powerful episode encourages listeners to pause,...

It’s the final traditional Zebra Morning Show before winter break, and the holiday vibes are strong! In this episode, Oscar takes the mic to share heartfelt holiday well wishes with Zebra Nation, including a special thank-you to members of the military, law enforcement, and anyone working through the holidays. The conversation quickly turns to family traditions, surprise reunions, and what everyon...

It’s Wildcard Wednesday at New Brunswick High School, and Mr. Nesi and Oscar kick things off by recapping Oscar’s appearance at the Board of Education meeting — including a standout performance by the NBHS Jazz Band that earned all the thumbs up. After a quick check-in on school updates (yes, including the cookie contest), the show pivots into a surprise trivia challenge. Oscar goes on an absolute...

On this special Maestro Monday edition of The Zebra Morning Show, Mr. Nesi sits down with Mr. Dziuba, NBHS’s 2025–2026 Educator of the Year and now a two-time winner of the honor. Mr. Dziuba reflects on what the recognition means to him as a first-generation college graduate and how it represents the “fruits of the labor” after more than a decade of growth at New Brunswick High School. The convers...

It’s a solo edition of Feel Good Friday on the Zebra Morning Show as Mr. Nesi holds things down in the cafeteria — LED lights on, mic on, and vibes high, even if no students showed up today. After a few weeks of being sick and in and out of school, he shares how good it feels to finally be healthy again and back on a consistent routine. Mr. Nesi also looks ahead to a fun weekend with a surprise 60...

Today’s Throwback Thursday on the Zebra Morning Show is brought to you by none other than Oscar , who chose the topic for the day: everyone shares their favorite holiday memory from age ten or younger. The crew delivers big, with stories ranging from family traditions to unexpected disasters. Mr. Nesi kicks things off with a hilarious tale from the mid-80s when his entire family gave four-year-old...

It’s officially the holiday season on The Zebra Morning Show ! Mr. Nesi, Mr. Alex, and Oscar kick things off with music, decorations, family memories, and plenty of friendly chaos. Everyone shares what they love most about this time of year — from Christmas music and lights to food, traditions, and the joy of giving rather than receiving. Things take a hilarious turn when the crew talks about holi...

On this special half-day, pre-Thanksgiving episode of The Zebra Morning Show , Mr. Nesi and Oscar share a collection of heartfelt “thankful messages” submitted by teachers, administrators, and district leaders from across New Brunswick Public Schools. Earlier in the week, the show invited staff members to send voice notes expressing what they are grateful for — and the response was overwhelming. L...

It’s a lightning-round Trivia Tuesday on The Zebra Morning Show ! With a short schedule and advisory looming, Mr. Nesi, Hailey, Mr. Alex, and Oscar squeeze in a Thanksgiving-themed trivia session full of laughs, wrong guesses, correct guesses, and some genuinely surprising facts. Questions include Thanksgiving traditions, football basics, Peanuts lore, and U.S. travel trends — and the student reac...

It’s Motivation Monday on The Zebra Morning Show , and with Thanksgiving just days away, Mr. Nessie, Mr. Alex, and Oscar kick off the short week by reflecting on gratitude, good food, and holiday traditions. Oscar shares his personal “Top 5 Things He’s Thankful For,” ranging from school leadership and safety to health, food, and the people in his life. The crew reacts, jokes, and adds their own th...

On this Feel Good Friday edition of The Zebra Morning Show , Mr. Nesi goes solo in the cafeteria and shares a heartfelt, reflective episode. With student hosts out and the week finally settling down after being sick, he keeps things short but meaningful. He talks about the joy of reconnecting with classes, the fulfillment of nearly ten years teaching at Rutgers, and the emotional high of welcoming...

It’s a Blue Day at NBHS, and today’s Zebra Morning Show features a lively conversation between Mr. Nesi, Hailey, and Oscar — fresh off a big week that included Oscar’s board meeting appearance and updates on student activities. The episode dives into the Veterans Day parade, student leadership roles, fall sports banquet highlights, and Oscar’s reflections on wrapping up four years of cross country...

It’s Wildcard Wednesday on The Zebra Morning Show , and today Mr. Nesi and Mr. Alex take listeners deep into the world of movies — from Tarantino classics to childhood nostalgia films. The conversation kicks off with Mr. Alex explaining the upcoming Ultimate Kill Bill Collection and why fans are excited about the potential continuation of the story 20 years later. Things quickly expand into filmma...

On this Motivational Monday, The Zebra Morning Show returns after a short break with Mr. Nesi and Mr. Alex holding down the studio. With no students or maestro guests, the conversation takes a creative turn as the hosts dive into acting exercises, filmmaking memories, and surprising stories about how actors discover their craft. Mr. Alex shares how a simple “object interaction” assignment helped i...

In this episode of The Zebra Morning Show, the crew welcomes Amir — a new 9th grader at NBHS — to the studio! Amir shares about his Guyanese background, his recent move, and his passion for electronics, physics, and esports. The conversation dives into favorite subjects, sibling dynamics, and video games like Street Fighter, Tekken, and Mario Kart. Listeners will also hear a fun discussion about e...

It’s Trivia Tuesday on The Zebra Morning Show , and this week’s edition is all about Halloween! 🎃 Chuckles McFunster hosts a spooky, laugh-filled trivia showdown with Mr. Alex, Francisco, and Oscar. From Ghostface and Freddy Krueger to Werewolves of London and The Monster Mash , the crew tackles Halloween-themed questions with plenty of humor, surprises, and a few wrong answers that are just as e...

It’s Motivational Monday on The Zebra Morning Show ! Mr. Nesi sits down with Jeffrey, Hailey, Francisco, and Oscar for an uplifting conversation about perseverance, effort, and trying new things. From “just keep trying” to “trust the process,” the students share their own words of wisdom — plus a few stories about sports, school, and taking chances. Francisco reveals how trying something new led t...

It’s Throwback Thursday on The Zebra Morning Show ! Mr. Nesi challenges Francisco, Kevin, and Jeffrey to identify some old-school tech from “back in the day.” From floppy drives and Walkmans to beepers and fax machines, the students try to guess what these mysterious gadgets were used for — with hilarious results. Along the way, the crew reflects on how easy modern life is with cloud storage, stre...