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Supporting CharactersEpisode 70: Willow Catelyn MaclayBill speaks with film critic and author Willow Catelyn Maclay about her various endeavors in film culture, from writing freelance criticism and creating the Curtsies and Hand Grenades website to contributing to special features to Blu-Rays from labels like Mondo Macabro, Arrow Video and American Genre Film Archive and co-authoring the book CORPSES, FOOLS AND MONSTERS: THE HISTORY AND FUTURE OF TRANSNESS IN CINEMA with Caden Mark Gardner. Topics include: BLADE RUNNER, Simran Hans' Girls Gotta Eat fanzine, Letterboxd, BOYS DON'T CRY, Elizabeth Purchell, the "Body Talk" series, constructive feedback from editors, COME BACK TO THE 5 & DIME, JIMMY DEAN...
2025-11-242h 10The Plaidcast Episodes Archives - The Plaid Horse MagazinePlaidcast 459: 2025 ASPCA Maclay Finals Recap with the Judges by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesLISTEN NOWTo listen to the Plaidcast, you can use the player above, Stitcher, Spotify, iTunes, Google Play Music, or your other favorite podcasting app!Piper speaks with two of the 2025 ASPCA Maclay Finals judges- Robin Swinderman Mitchell and Jimmy Toon. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.GUESTS AND LINKS:Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine
Guest: Robin Swinderman Mitchell is a trainer, rider and licensed USEF ‘R” judge. At RSM Equestrian, LLC in Morriston, Florida, Robin specializes in the development of young horses and riders motivated to imp...
2025-11-1400 min
The Plaidcast2025 ASPCA Maclay Finals Recap with the Judges by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSend us a textPiper speaks with two of the 2025 ASPCA Maclay Finals judges- Robin Swinderman Mitchell and Jimmy Toon. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Robin Swinderman Mitchell is a trainer, rider and licensed USEF 'R" judge. At RSM Equestrian, LLC in Morriston, Florida, Robin specializes in the development of young horses and riders motivated to improve their skills and understanding their horse. Robin and her horses have been named champions at prestigious shows such as the National...
2025-11-1435 min
Box Office GROSS: The Top 50 Hit Films of 2005S1 E34 - "Red Eye" (#44) - with Willow Catelyn Maclay!One of my oldest, dearest, smartest and coolest friends, yet somehow the second person in her household to be a guest, the very talented writer and PUBLISHED AUTHOR Willow Catelyn Maclay (Corpses, Fools and Monsters: The History and Future of Transness in Cinema) joins the show this week to discuss Wes Craven's sweaty airplane thriller RED EYE. We discuss Craven's relief in making a quick, clean potboiler after his nightmarish odyssey filming the werewolf trash CURSED, heap loads of praise on stars Rachel McAdams and Cillian Murphy, and discuss the charming effectiveness of the film's increasingly ludicrous...
2025-10-202h 03
It Slays PodcastPerfect Blue (1997) Featuring Willow Catelyn MaclayThe squad hits the stage with special guest Willow Catelyn Maclay for Gill's pick, PERFECT BLUE (1997). How influential is this film? Did they predict where inteternet culture was going? And, does the mere thought of ice picks make Rowan cringe? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:02:11)Trailer (00:49:20)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:49:50)Review (00:56:20)Rating/What Did You Think? (01:37:56)Horrific Hotline (01:46:53)Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays Podcast's Horrific Playlist) (01:51:07)Upcoming Episode...
2025-08-311h 57
It Slays PodcastFrankenhooker (1990) Featuring Willow Catelyn MaclayThe squad reunites with friend of the pod Willow Catelyn Maclay to smoke super crack and discuss Gill's pick, FRANKENHOOKER (1990). Is this high art or Tubi trash? Is there a solid case for feminist themes? And, can there ever be too many exploding women? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:50)Trailer (00:49:19)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:50:15)Review (00:57:35)Rating/What Did You Think? (01:47:13)Horrific Hotline (01:56:22)Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays Podcast's...
2025-03-022h 05
It Slays PodcastA Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987) Featuring Willow Catelyn MaclayThe squad is joined by film critic Willow Catelyn Maclay to discuss Rowan's pick, A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS (1987)! Is this the highlight of the series? Should every horror movie have a metal soundtrack? And, what do we think of Freddy's comedic era? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming?/Why We Picked It (00:01:46)Trailer (00:36:16)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:36:46)Review (00:48:13)Rating/What Did You Think? (01:38:49)Horrific Hotline (01:47:56)Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays...
2024-11-101h 56The Plaidcast2024 ASPCA Maclay Finals Recap with the Judges by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSend us a textPiper speaks with the 2024 ASPCA Maclay Finals judges- Cynthia Hankins, Lyman T Whitehead, Keri Kampsen and Scott Fitton. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Cynthia Hankins has been in the horse business her entire life. Her junior years culminated with winning the AHSA Hunter Seat Medal Finals after having won Grand Junior Hunter champion & Best Child Rider that same weekend at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. As a trainer, she coached a Maclay...
2024-11-081h 03
SLEAZOIDS337 - EVA MAN (1980) + TENEBRAE (1982) ft. Willow Catelyn Maclay & Caden Mark GardnerHosts Josh and Jamie and special guest film critics Willow Catelyn Maclay & Caden Mark Gardner discuss a double feature of movies starring Italian transgender actress Eva Robin's inspired by their excellent new book on the history of transness in cinema 'Corpses, Fools and Monsters': Antonio D’Agostino's softcore sexploitation hangout crime/superhero (??) movie EVA MAN (1980) and Dario Argento's playfully grisly, self-reflexive and disco-heavy return to the Giallo genre in TENEBRAE (1982).
Next week's episode is a patron-exclusive bonus episode on SPEED (1994) and TWISTER (1996), you can get access to that episode (and all past + future bonus episodes) by subscribing to our $5 tier on...
2024-07-122h 34
Investing in Impact | Impact InvestingAlasdair Maclay // Chief Strategy Officer at GSG ImpactThis content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.----------------------------------------In Episode 69 of the Investing in Impact podcast, I speak with Alasdair Maclay, Chief Strategy Officer at GSG Impact, on impact data and strategic leadership in Impact Investing.About AlasdairAlasdair Maclay is the Chief Strategy Officer at GSG Impact, where he serves on the Executive Committee and oversees the organization’s strategy, communications, development, and funding.Fr...
2024-05-3135 minThe Plaidcast2023 ASPCA Maclay Finals Recap with Wendy Peralta & Danny Robertshaw by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSend us a textPiper speaks with two of the judges from the 2023 ASPCA Maclay Finals at the National Horse Show, Wendy Peralta and Danny Robertshaw. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Wendy Peralta is the owner and operator of Seabreeze Farm Inc. located in Geneva, Florida. Seabreeze is a well known and respected training facility for top-level equestrian competition located in Central Florida. Wendy and her husband train and manage students and horses to compete at...
2023-11-1133 min
Biz & Tech with AegisMaclay School with James MilfordJames Milford is Head of School at Maclay School, a coeducational college preparatory day school enrolling nearly 1,000 students in Tallahassee, Florida. James has a long tenure as an educator and administrator, formerly the Associate Headmaster at Darlington School in Rome, Georgia. In this episode, Blake and James discuss Maclay School, James’ career path to becoming Head of School, youth education, sports and activities, community engagement, and more.Produced by Level Up Digital Media http://www.levelup.media/Participants: Blake Dowling, CEO, Aegis Business...
2023-09-0733 min
It Slays PodcastCat People (1942) Featuring Willow Catelyn MaclayWith Colton MIA, the squad invites Willow Catelyn Maclay to dust off an oldie with Mike's pick, CAT PEOPLE (1942). What is the cultural significance of this film? Will Willow’s knowledge show everyone up? Or, will Gill’s rating break everyone's heart? Tune in to find out if we gave this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY! CHAPTERS:Theme/Intro (00:00:00)What We Been Consuming? (00:02:51)Trailer (00:14:53)Synopsis/First Experiences (00:15:56)Review (00:22:14)Rating/What Did You Think? (01:02:01)Horrific Hotline (01:08:52)Promotions (Horrific Hotline/Social Media/Patreon/It Slays Podcast's Horrific Playlist) (01:12:58)Upcoming Episode/Outro (01:16:23)Follow us o...
2023-05-141h 19The Plaidcast2022 ASPCA Maclay Finals Recap with Robin Rost Brown & Michael Tokaruk by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSend us a textPiper talks with the judges of the 2022 ASPCA Maclay Finals, Robin Rost Brown and Michael Tokaruk. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Hosts: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Robin Rost Brown grew up in the horse industry and became a top hunter/jumper rider and trainer. As a top junior rider, Robin won the 1974 AHSA Medal Finals and finished 2nd twice and 4th twice in the ASPCA Maclay Finals. Robin has coached several winners of the Medal and Maclay finals and...
2022-11-091h 06
It Slays PodcastSleepaway Camp (1983) Featuring Willow Catelyn MaclayThe squad is joined by film critic and essayist, Willow Catelyn Maclay, to discuss the cult slasher flick, SLEEPAWAY CAMP (1983). Just how problematic is this movie? Is there anything to love outside of the soundtrack? And what is with Aunt Martha’s impeccable taste in wallpaper? Listen to find out if we award this film a NAY, OKAY, YAY, or SLAY!Follow us on all social media:FacebookTwitterInstagramTumblrYoutubeSlasherWant some official Merch?!SHOP HERE!*Intro & Outro Music by Dylan Bailey (IG: @th...
2022-07-311h 24
Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesCampus Insider - A Look Behind the Curtain at Strategy and Direction (Extended Cut)Today we share a recording of our most recent Campus Insider Webinar Series. This program is hosted by Head of School James Milord and Assistant Head of School and Upper School Director Charles Beamer. It is a high-level view behind the curtain focusing on strategic initiatives at Maclay School. This is an extended-release podcast at just under an hour. There is no better source of information on the high-level topics and themes that drive all decisions at Maclay.This podcast is the audio recording of a webinar that can be obtained through our admission office by contacting grob...
2021-11-1858 min
Action CityKaleo Kanahele Maclay - OlympianKaleo Kanahele Maclay was born with a genetic defect called an osteotomy, or a club foot, and at 8 months old underwent surgery to place pins through the toe and heel bones. Kaleo with left with limited calf muscle and ankle mobility. She loves sports as a child and was encouraged by her mother to try them all. At 10 she discovered volleyballs and at 12yrs she began training with the Paralympic Sitting Volleyball team. Since then she has become a 2-time Paralympic Medalist gaining a Silver Medal in London 2012 Paralympic Games and a Gold Medal at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games...
2021-07-221h 21
Hangin With The AD PodcastEpisode 32: Jake von Scherrer - CMAA - Director of Athletic Enrichment - The Maclay School - Tallahassee, FLEpisode # 32 … Jake von Scherrer, Maclay SchoolToday’s guest is Jake von Scherrer. Jake serves as the Director of Athletic Enrichment at The Maclay School in Tallahassee, FL. A career Educator and a Certified Master Athletic Administrator with over 35 years of success as a teacher, Head Coach, and an AD Jake left us with some great insight and ideas that I know you will want to implement into your programs as soon as possible. Let jump in and get to know Mr. Jake von Scherrer. 0:52- Introduction4:45 – Finding and Knowing Your Niche10:30...
2021-05-1355 min
The USA Volleyball ShowEpisode 5: Off the Court featuring Kaleo Kanahele Maclay and Ben PatchIn this episode, Clarence and Stephen celebrate the fifth episode of the podcast. They sit down with Kaleo Kanahele Maclay (3:29 – 15:17), two-time Paralympic medalist and setter for the U.S. Women's Sitting National Team and Ben Patch (21:35 – 52:01), opposite for the U.S. Men's National Team. They will chat about their playing careers, but you’ll soon learn that both have several passions, hobbies and ventures outside of volleyball.Text us!
2021-05-051h 04
Tim Weiss "The Stories I Read"Senator William MaclayWhen the Senate closed its doors...Maclay went to work on his Journal.
2021-01-2204 min
Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesGuidance and Semester Exams!!Today we welcome Dr. Amber Farrington back to the Maclay Guidance Podcast to discuss strategies to best tackle EXAMS! We are approaching our semester exams at Maclay and there are so many things we have in our control to set ourselves up for a successful exam week. This podcast is targeted at students with some tips for parents at the end.
Dr. Farrington is a “go-to” clinical psychologist for the Maclay team. Her work is extensive in all adolescent ages and is always willing to lean into the work the school is doing. ...
2020-12-0500 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesGuidance on Reframing a Difficult Holiday Season (extended edition)Today we welcome Dr. Amber Farrington to the Maclay Guidance Webinar. Dr. Farrington is a “go-to” clinical psychologist for the Maclay team. Her work is extensive in all adolescent ages and is always willing to lean into the work the school is doing. Dr. Farrington is the Co-director of the Attention Disorder Clinic and Director of the School of Mental Health within the FSU Multidisciplinary Center and is a Licensed Psychologist. Our topic today revolves around the feelings of grief and loss this holiday season. This season can be hard for anyone who has lost a loved one or is n...
2020-11-2100 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesGuidance leads with Mindfulness (extended edition)In today's podcast, Maclay School's Guidance Team discusses our approach to Mindfulness. We learn what Mindfulness is and how it applies to students and parents. You will leave this webinar well equipped with tools and a mindset of ownership of your own reactions and how to exercise your "green/red brain" as you do any other muscle. This podcast is the audio recording of a webinar that can be found on our website or media channels.
The contact Information for our Guidance Team is below.
Tammy Eubanks teubanks@maclay.org
2020-11-2100 min
Dumb Bitch HoursThe Nose of The BackSettle in folks, this is a long one. I honestly couldn't even tell you what happened. We can just blame it on JD's Aries energy, he's here too.
Recorded on 11/20/2020
2020-11-211h 20Dumb Bitch HoursI Don't Know What to Do With This InformationJulia and Kayden are discussing the weeklong election, but specifically the funniest parts of it. What did you think this was? A serious show?
Recorded 11/12/2020
2020-11-1451 min
How do you like it so far?What's Making You Sappy Episode 1: Clifford Johnson & Dan GoldmanWelcome to the first episode of "What's Making You Sappy," Henry Jenkins and Colin Maclay's pop culture happy hour! For this week, we have recommendations from Clifford Johnson, a Professor in the Physics and Astronomy Department at USC and author of The Dialogues. We also have Dan Goldman, a writer, an artist, producer and founder and narrative lead of Kinjin Story Lab, whose work spans from graphic novels, TV and video games. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
Share your thoughts via Twitter with Henry, Colin and the How Do You
Like It So Far? account! You can also email us at
howdoyoulikeitsofarpodcast@gmail.com.
Music:
“In Time” by Dylan Emmett and “Spaceship” by Lesion X.
In Time...
2020-11-1005 minDumb Bitch HoursStop Sending Me Text Messages I Already VotedThis week DBH wants to remind you to cast your vote by November 3rd, 2020! We also want to remind you to listen to Ariana Grande's new album. Everything else in this episode is just fluff really, including conversations about vomit etiquette, Halloween costumes, and Julia's new frog.
Recorded on 10/29/2020
2020-10-301h 10Dumb Bitch HoursI Farted in the Middle of the SATTo apologize for not having an episode last week, we made a GREAT episode for this week. Kayden is staying at his parent's house and Julia is struggling through Living Room University. Featuring the talents of the funniest Maclay sibling, Trey! Also, Courtney is there for some of it.
Recorded on 10/21/2020
2020-10-2358 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesGuidance Team discusses Balance (extended edition)In today's Podcast, Maclay School's Guidance Team discusses “Balance” in our students. This Podcast is FULL of great advice on what to look for and great strategies to help at any stage of life.
The contact Information for our Guidance Team is below.
Tammy Eubanks teubanks@maclay.org
Jayme McIntyre jmcintyre@maclay.org
Jeff VanSyckle jvansyckle@maclay.org
Or call our main number to be directed to them, 850.893.2138.
The Guidance Team has great resources on thei...
2020-10-2200 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesGuidance and the Green Brain (extended edition)In today's podcast, Maclay School's Guidance Team discusses our approach to Stress and Anxiety within the school. They walk through the Green and Red Brain and how we can all manage our own mindsets and 'charge' our Green Brain! This podcast is the audio recording of a webinar that can be found on our website or media channels.
The contact Information for our Guidance Team is below.
Tammy Eubanks teubanks@maclay.org
Jayme McIntyre jmcintyre@maclay.org
Jeff VanSyckle jvansyckle@maclay.org
Or...
2020-10-1200 min
Dumb Bitch HoursA Conversation with Eric GroomsIn a special episode of DBH, Julia has a conversation with Los Angeles based musician Eric Grooms! We discuss the success he has found on TikTok, his musical influences, and his plans for his career. Recorded 1/24/2020
2020-10-0923 min
Object MattersNikolai Miklouho-Maclay’s jar of neurological specimensWhat can a jar of tiny brains tell us about human history and the role of museums in contextualising colonisation?
In this episode, Dr Craig Barker is joined by Dr Jude Philp, anthropologist and Senior Curator of the Macleay Collections. Together they discuss a jar of partially dissected bird and small mammal brains, each individually wrapped in muslin or gauze. These specimens were collected by Russian scientist Nikolai Miklouho-Maclay from the Madang province of Papua New Guinea in 1876-77 and donated to the University of Sydney by his Australian widow Margaret in 1889. From the jar tumble stories of M...
2020-10-0845 minDumb Bitch HoursTastes Like PainThis week, Kayden and Julia are going in depth on very important topics, including spicy food, multivitamins, the presidential debate, and most importantly, Fat Bear Week.
Recorded on 9/30/2020
2020-10-031h 04
SPINcastHigh School Esports ft. WILLIAM PERRY, MACLAY SCHOOLSTAY PLUGGED IN!
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2020-10-0229 minDumb Bitch HoursYou Just Farted on Top of My HeadThis week Julia and Kayden are discussing how they're "allegedly" leaving their jobs soon, as well as bad kids movies, kids movies that aren't for kids, and JD's dummy thicc ass. Oh and JD joins us too.
Recorded on 9/24/2020
2020-09-261h 03
The Green LightEpisode 21: Waiting for MaclayThis week, we’re reading an excerpt from Mitch Maclay Sings Just For You by Craig Bailey! This is a one-act play that we’ll be reading in its entirety for our first “Road Trip” episode on our Patreon! Craig talks about his work in radio (including his show Floydian Slip), the real life inspiration for the character Mrs. Davidson, and how celebrity culture has changed.
Detours: The Invisible Man (HBO Max), Community (Netflix, Hulu)
Contact Craig Bailey: info@mitchmaclay.com
Check out Craig’s free feedback service for playwrights: https://www.readmyplay.com/index...
2020-09-251h 13Dumb Bitch HoursBEGGING Y'all to Make Eye Contact With the SyllabusThis week everyone in Julia's classes decided to not activate their brain cells, despite being upper-level college students, and Kayden was kind enough to let her rant about it for several minutes. Also, we don't know why Kayden's mic sounds like that for some of the show, and we're also too dumb to figure out how to fix it, whoops!
Recorded on 9/16/2020
2020-09-191h 19Dumb Bitch HoursFor Legal Reasons This is a JokeKayden was pissed off and Julia had a crazy dream, and it keeps going downhill from there.
Recorded on 9/3/2020
2020-09-121h 01Dumb Bitch HoursAre We Baby? Allegedly.Julia's neighbors are freaks, and we are joined by her roommate JD to complain about it. Kayden is allegedly doing a lot of things, but we can neither confirm, nor deny that claim.
Recorded on 8/28/2020
2020-09-051h 09Dumb Bitch HoursGuess Who's Back?Surprise bitch! You thought you'd seen the last of us! Well, we're back and y'all aren't gonna be rid of us for a LONG time.
Content warning for discussion of pedophilia from 11:04-16:21
Recorded on 8/19/2020
2020-08-2958 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesSpecial Release - Public Service Release - Are you Ready for AP'sIn this time of Distance Learning, Maclay has been able to progress exceptionally well and keep our students on track. We do, however, realize there are thousands of students in the Big Bend Area unable to receive support or information regarding their upcoming Advanced Placement exams. We hope sharing some insights on what our faculty know about the interworkings of the exams and how to prepare best for them will help students across the region be better prepared as they sit for the exams they have prepared for. We will never be able to reproduce the...
2020-04-1718 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesGoing the Distance for COVID-19Today's podcast is a "Welcome Back from Spring Break" message from Mr. Milford and Maclay’s guidance counseling team. Tomorrow (3/24/20) we will launch the Maclay School Distance Learning platform at all grade levels. In this unprecedented time, every member of the Maclay faculty and staff is rallying together for our students and families. Along with our academic focus, we are also launching a Families First Care Team program that involves nearly half of our faculty and staff. The Care Team will reach out to make sure our families are taken care of and connected to ou...
2020-03-2313 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesConversation with a Guidance CounselorToday's guest is Jeff Van Syckle, Lower School Guidance Counselor. Jeff is only one part of a dynamic team that makes up the Maclay Guidance Office. A master connector, Jeff shares some national and state-level conversations on best practices across Independent Schools on helping students find their best selves. Topics such as self-regulation and strategies to use when transitioning between disparate activities are discussed and how they relate to helping our students succeed in our environment. Enjoy your time with, by far, the most popular guy walking the halls of our Lower School.
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2020-02-2515 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesThe Maclay Music ExperienceToday's podcast features Mr. Matt Harmon. If you have an ear toward music and value the impact it can make, you will love our guest today. Mr. Harmon walks us through how other subjects such as Mathematics, Science, and History are explored in his music classroom. Whether it is the xylophone, boomsticks, or the ukelele (clearly his favorite), this engaging and dynamic leader makes me want to be in his classroom and fall in love with music all over again! This year, 2019-2020, the school has made significant investments of personnel, time, and resources to...
2020-02-1716 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesStudent Ambassadors, How our Students' Dreams Become RealitiesA fundamental belief we have at Maclay is the importance of the individual journey. Within our Mission Statement, the words 'each' and 'balance' and 'fullest potential' echo throughout our programs. As a school that cares about childhood development from 3-year-olds to 18-year-olds, we are mindful of the structure and flexibility it takes for all of our students to chase their interests and tackle problems worth solving. We believe that the potential in each student drives their particular interest, and they are naturally drawn to those things that will fully expand them, their abilities, and guide them...
2020-01-2710 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesStudent Advocacy and Support to Eliminate the Camouflage!On today's podcast, we are joined by Bentley Harris and Janine Couch, both Academic Deans for the Lower School and Middle School, respectively. Over the last few years, Maclay School has been intently focused on fulfilling its mission to develop inherent ability in EACH of our students. This requires a 'human system' that ensures no cracks for students to slip through, and the camouflage common in schools is combated at every level. It is easy for schools to allow "good kids" (by the way, those are all of our students) to move through the educational system...
2020-01-2014 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesCreating an Eagerness to Learn in KindergartenToday's podcast is one of the most fun and inspiring so far. We are joined by Barbara Cairns, Fran Sandon, and Annie Bell, three members of our Kindergarten team. These teachers share their belief in creating an environment that promotes an eagerness to learn so that students walk in the door excited every morning. You will hear how learning through play, and free choice create a solid academic and social foundation which is so important in kindergarten. Our classrooms are an extension of the family and making connections with not only the students but the...
2020-01-1314 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesPractice Makes Perfect: Inspiring Young Musicians at MaclayOn today's podcast, we are joined by master musician and orchestra director at Maclay School, Mr. Aaron Seiler. Much of Seiler's time away from Maclay's campus is spent playing professionally with the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra, Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, Choral Society of Pensacola (as the concertmaster), and the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra. He has been providing private music instruction to an average of 80 students annually in Tallahassee since 2002, and as you will hear, he understands how to best help students fall in love with playing music.
Maclay began, in earnest, in 2019 to expand its Performing Arts...
2020-01-0611 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesThere is No "I" in Team!Today's podcast features five of our 6th-grade teachers. Each grade level team has its own personality and this team is full of pedagogical best practices...and corny jokes. The 6th-grade team explores how they approach a collaborative experience for our students to ensure high levels of content knowledge along with exposure and development of communication, critical thinking, empathy, creativity, and collaboration skills.
Guests: Cameron Barton, Paul Dickson, Emma Perry, Martha Kutter, Kolleen Metarko
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show music - Acoustic...
2019-12-1920 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesAn Inspired Classroom!Today's podcast features Martha Kutter. Mrs. Kutter is our 6th grade Social Studies teacher. Her collaboration with her peer teachers is both inspiring and a great model of best practices for independent school teachers nationwide. Mrs. Kutter has the uncanny ability to engage her students in authentic inquiry and inspire them to truly care about the work they are doing. When I talk about teachers making the difference, Mrs. Kutter is a perfect example.
Guests: Martha Kutter
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show...
2019-12-1613 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesJames Milford takes a Strategic Look at some Top Questions at Maclay (Extended Cut)Mr. Milford works through strategic and day-to-day topics as he answers several top questions parents looking at Maclay School typically ask. In this extended version podcast, he takes time to explore each question and explain the view from the Head's office, the top six are the following:
“My family is new to town and was recently introduced to your school from one of your parents, she was very complimentary of her child’s experience, but from your perspective, what is Maclay known for?"
“What communities does the school draw students from?"
“How can...
2019-12-1233 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesWhat is Going On Behind the Blue Fence? (Extended Cut)It is impossible not to notice the construction area as you enter Maclay's campus. Maclay School is in the middle of the most ambitious construction project in its history, and the signature building of the iTHINK Initiative will soon be going vertical. The Beck Family Research Center is up and running this year, hosting three of the Upper School Concentrations and a student research laboratory. The new Beck Family Innovation Center is getting ready to come out of the ground and will be up and running for the 2020-2021 school year.
Mr. Milford...
2019-12-1116 min
Dumb Bitch HoursThe Last One (Allegedly)We've arrived at Kayden's final on-air show because SOMEONE had to go and graduate. If anyone asks, neither of us cried. Once again featuring the guest talents of Jenn Noga!
Recorded on 12/6/2019
2019-12-061h 32Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesIs this my BMI or my VO2 Max?Today's guest is Gary Droze. Gary has been with Maclay since 1993 and is considered a giant in the Florida High School Athletic Association world. The winningest coach in Maclay School history and recently named to the FHSAA Hall of Fame; clearly, Droze understands how physiology works to create peak performance. Droze also is a master teacher in Anatomy and Physiology in our Upper School, and it only takes seconds to feel the passion he has for the subject when engaged in conversation. In this podcast, Droze shares how the new Krafft Bio-Medical Lab is...
2019-12-0508 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesA few minutes with our Distinguished Alumnus, Matt Hill.Matt Hill, Maclay Class of 1990 and 2019 Maclay School Distinguished Alumnus is our guest on today's podcast. I was able to grab Matt between class presentations for a quick chat so he could explain the core message he shared with the students at Maclay during Homecoming week and Alumni Weekend. We were overwhelmed with Matt and his family’s generosity of their time. A six-day trip that involved a 7+ hour canoe ride and 32-hour plane flight brought them home to Tallahassee from Madagascar.
Matt shared how he was well prepared academically but how each of his te...
2019-12-0208 min
Dumb Bitch HoursDumb Bitch BuddiesBoth of your dumb bitches are back in action this week, and are joined by special guest Jenn Noga of Bar Buddies! A reminder that this remains a BAR BUDDIES STAN ACCOUNT! Also, will Kayden ever figure out who has a crush on him?
Recorded on 11/22/2019
2019-11-221h 14Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesLearning How to Best Learn as an Institutional Imperative!Frank McKeown is our Director for the Center for Learning. Mr. McKeown has been with Maclay for over a decade and has a great handle on learning at Maclay. Fundamental to the functioning of the school is a conversation about ALL children and how ALL children learn differently. Frank discusses how we build a support structure that helps all students reach their potential. Frank discusses the tailored approach we have implemented and the communication channels we have established between faculty, academic deans, and the Center for Learning. Maclay School had chosen to put students and...
2019-11-2111 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesWhat Role Does Entrepreneurship Play in a Maclay Education?Ms. Stephanie McCann and Justin VanTassel are the two main teachers/mentors in the Business & Entrepreneurship Concentration. Combined, they teach classes on Economics, Personal Finance, Entrepreneurship, Risk and Reward among others. They, combined with some team teaching with Mr. Milford, have established an innovative component of the iTHINK Initiative in the Upper School.
The iTHINK Initiative and the Concentrations in the Upper School provide a framework for an expanded curriculum for students with particular interests. There are a handful of concentrations that provide access to leaders in the community, opportunities for collaboration...
2019-11-2014 min
Dumb Bitch HoursOne of Us Has an ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE!Kayden's dead this week so Julia stumbles through the first bit by herself before being joined by special scientific guests Tommy Beeler and ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE HOLDER JD Kersten!
Recorded on 11/15/2020
2019-11-161h 10Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesA Literary Force – The Notes from the UndergroundThe Notes from the Underground is an award-winner student led publication that creates a record for student writings and creative output. Dr. Beaven talks about the importance of showcasing the poetry, non-fiction, stories, plays, artwork, and paintings and the students’ role in editing and producing the journal twice a year. This “literary force” is a central point of pride across all academic divisions that students are truly passionate about.
Guests: Dr. Craig Beaven
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show music - Acoustic Guitar, the Maclay School Alma Mater
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2019-11-1506 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesYou Protect What You LoveStephanie Cornais, Director of Sustainability for Maclay School and Lower School Science teacher, talks about her passion for teaching students to think about making small choices in the world that can make a big impact on our environment. Stephanie’s work with sustainability is a One School effort to introduce a connection and love for nature and environment so that students Pre-K through 12 will share in the responsibility to protect the world around them. Her work and partnership with Tall Timbers in creating the Long Leaf Pine outdoor classroom offers students an opportunity to experience a real-life slice of...
2019-11-1509 min
Dumb Bitch HoursHow Many Clowns Can We Fit in One Episode?We are so so honored to be joined by our friends Tori Clawson and Tommy Beeler this week! They're friends with us so... you can guess what happens. It's FULL nonsense.
Recorded on 11/8/2020
2019-11-081h 28Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesJoe is an engineering genius!Joe Kupiszewski talks about leading the journey of introducing the Engineering program at Maclay School including the implementation of the curriculum from UT-Austin’s Engineer Your World program which provides our students with hands-on and project-based learning. Kup talks about the growth of the computer science and engineering courses through the iTHINK initiative, the new opportunities for our students, and what the future holds for our computer science program at Maclay School.
Guest: Joe Kupiszewski, jokupiszewski@maclay.org
Hosted by: James Milford
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2019-11-0412 min
Dumb Bitch HoursFinding the Will to Live: LIVE!Julia is having the worst week of her life and Kayden is well... Kayden. Honestly, we're really low energy this time folks. I don't know what to tell ya.
Recorded on 11/1/2019
2019-11-011h 09Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesThe Magic of Middle SchoolMrs. Barbara Rubio Gomez, Director of the Middle School, and Mrs. Janine Couch, Middle School's Dean of Academics, join the podcast to share the work they do with the students in the Middle School. At Maclay, our Middle School contains grades 6th, 7th, and 8th and we work very hard to build student confidence and resiliency to ensure a smooth transitions from our Lower School and on to our Upper School. As these leaders share, our Middle School is a safe place for a time in our students' lives where they are encouraged to embrace discovery...
2019-10-2811 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesDoes History Ever Change? Teaching Certainly Does!Dr. Paul Berk, Chair of the Upper School History/Social Sciences Department shares how our teaching methods have evolved from a history class where you learn the facts, to a focus on building critical thinking skills, problem solve in collaborative ways, and grow confidence in a positive, rigorous, and supportive classroom environment. Dr. Berk is a great example of a renaissance man in an independent school. He teaches, tutors for SAT/ACT, leads class trips across the country, guides clubs, and sponsors countless students in their independent studies...and clearly thrives on how far his students go. ...
2019-10-2810 min
Dumb Bitch HoursScarier Than UsualWe wanted to do a Halloween episode, but that really just went off the rails. Julia raging about HGTV is scary right? What about Kayden raging about Grubhub? Oh and also the studio maybe caught on fire.
Recorded on 10/25/2019
2019-10-251h 14Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesIs there such a thing as the perfect essay?Mr. Lee Norment is in his 14th year at Maclay School and is the English Department Chair in our Upper School. Mr. Norment is a student and alumni favorite and took over the leadership of a strong English and Literature Department years ago and has only led it to greater heights. His leadership of collaboration and helping students find their voices as writers is an excellent example of how we teach our students to become uncommonly good writers. Key thoughts:
Writing as a process – generating ideas, drafting, revising with the notion you will ne...
2019-10-2108 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesWhether running a newspaper or a school, selection is important!Today’s guest is Ellie Casteel, Print Editor-in-Chief for the Andalusian, the Maclay School newspaper. In addition, she serves as the Managing Editor for Notes from the Underground and dances with the Tallahassee Ballet Company and School. Ms. Casteel is a senior at Maclay School and by all accounts, having a great senior year.
Ms. Casteel has worked with a team of other students for three years to bring the Andalusian back to life. She interviewed me many times last year for the Andalusian and worked hard to keep the student body informed of the work and di...
2019-10-2109 min
Dumb Bitch HoursTwo Idiots Stacked on Top of Each Other in a Critical Thinking CostumeUs? Playing music? Thinking critically about music? ReViEwInG mUsIc??? I really hope we pull through this one. Featuring special guest and friend of the program, Jenn Noga!
Recorded on 10/18/2019
2019-10-181h 17Maclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesDo You See What I See?Kim Daniel, the Chair of the Visual Arts Department, joins us today and explores how her dynamic team teaches art but also uses it as a tool to teach empathy and responsibility through outreach to our community - on and off-campus. If anyone believes the visual arts are hidden at Maclay, they are obviously not paying attention!
Guests: Kim Daniel
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show music - Acoustic Guitar, the Maclay School Alma Mater
Production and Editing by David Low and James Milford
2019-10-1506 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesWhere the magic is created!David Low, head Librarian and media master extraordinaire, joins the podcast today to talk about the brand new Auction-Donor funded iTHINK Production studio and how the school is using it to re-define the function of the Marion Lawton Langford Library and the breadth of options we use as assessments at Maclay.
Guests: David Low, Class of 2005
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show music - Acoustic Guitar, the Maclay School Alma Mater
Production and Editing by David Low and James Milford
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2019-10-1508 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesScience Fair at a Higher Level!Today’s podcast features Upper School Science faculty member Mrs. Ariel Evans, who is in her 5th years with us. Evans is currently teaching Honors Biology, Marine Biology, and Neuroscience. She gives us an introduction to the Science Fair process and possibilities for our Middle and Upper School students. Also mentioned is the recent Maclay school regional winner Dhenu Patel and her Zika Virus focused Science research project - https://www.maclay.org/Page/5903
Guests: Ariel Evans
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show music...
2019-10-1505 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesThe Best Start Possible!Today's visitor to the podcast is Stacey Houston, our Pre-Kindergarten Director. I've often said it is hard to beat the joy and happiness you can find in the Pre-K. It is a place of extreme potential and incredible excitement and love. Maclay works very hard to make sure our Pre-K students have a smooth transition to our Kindergarten and fulfill one of the promises we, as a Pre-K through 12th-grade school, make to our families … a seamless educational journey.
Guests: Stacey Houston
Hosted by: James Milford
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2019-10-1508 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesWhere should we put this shopping mall?Today, Stephanie McCann joins us to share how Maclay has partnered with the Urban Land Institute to provide a unique experience generally reserved for college students. In this innovative program, our students are stretched to create solutions and think critically in a way uncommon to secondary school students in other schools.
Guests: Stephanie McCann
Hosted by: James Milford
Thanks to David Low for show music - Acoustic Guitar, the Maclay School Alma Mater
Production and Editing by David Low and James Milford
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2019-10-1508 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesArt and Inspiration with Kaitlyn DresselI was extremely excited to have Kaitlyn Dressel join us for this Podcast. Kaitlyn has been at the epicenter of a lot of the growth and expansion of the Visual Arts Department at Maclay and along with the broader team, has done amazing work for our students. Visual Arts at Maclay is truly pushing the boundaries of community involvement and utilizing social media as a tool of connection and expansion for the talent of our students in Tallahassee and beyond. Dressel takes us through her classes’ collaboration with the Biomedical Concentration, working with Track and Football at...
2019-10-1509 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesYou teach Spanish in Lower School? You Bet!Today’s guest to the podcast is Claudia Willis, Lower School Spanish teacher. Willis has developed an amazing program and has launched hundreds of Marauders to the Middle School with a deep appreciation for and strong speaking proficiency in Spanish. Her active and engaging methodology is key to her work and has built a great program at Maclay. In this podcast, she introduces us to the visual, auditory, and kinesthetic touchpoints in her classroom. Plus, how she uses plays and performance with familiar storylines to build confidence in her emerging speakers.
Guests: Cl...
2019-10-1509 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesComputer Science with Mr. G!“If that was not a convincing enough commercial for the computer science program...”
Today’s podcast features a 30+ year veteran Maclay alumni and faculty member, Mr. Dean Gargiulo. Gargiulo is currently teaching Middle School Computer Science and Robotics and gives an insightful overview of how computer science is a great pathway into a strong and growing job market. He also shares how he and teammates Lauren Holland and Joe Kupiszewski teach life skills in the computer science, robotics, and engineering curriculum. Whether it is art, design, critical thinking, digital languages, social media, or the perman...
2019-10-1410 minMaclay School's Few Minutes for FamiliesIntroduction to the Few Minutes for Family PodcastIn this episode, I'm able to share with you what I want to accomplish by reaching out to our parents and community this way. I know keeping up with emails and other media is a challenge. This is simply another way we are trying to let you know how we work every day to make our students inspired, determined, and unstoppable!
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2019-10-1402 min
Dumb Bitch HoursUhhh... YikesListen, we gotta be honest with y'all, this is not our best work. We are still alive but barely breathing.
Content warning for sexual assault and harassment from 33:00 to 48:00.
Recorded on 10/4/2019
2019-10-041h 27
Dumb Bitch HoursBattle of the Siblings4 out of 5 of our siblings called into the show, and we honestly lost track of what happened. HUGE oldest child energy happening here. We would be sorry, but we're oldest children, so we're not.
Recorded on 9/27/2019
2019-09-271h 19
Dumb Bitch HoursHello? Tech Support? Hello?Half of this is just us shuffling around the studio fixing audio problems, because we are professionals. The rest is us yelling at each other the entire time. Honestly, when are we gonna get fired?
Recorded on 9/20/2019
2019-09-201h 24
Dumb Bitch HoursOh God, They're BackWho let us back on the air? Let's hope they never figure out what a huge mistake they've made! Julia and Kayden are BACK BAYBEE!!!
Recorded on 9/13/2019
2019-09-131h 28
Dumb Bitch HoursKayden SUCKSLast show of the season! And Kayden's dumbass truly forgot to show up. No, I am not joking. This episode features the talents of the amazing Tori Clawson instead!
Recorded on 5/4/2019
2019-05-041h 08
Dumb Bitch HoursThe Endgame is Us Losing Our MindsA very special oldies edition of the show! We learn the in-depth history of Rickrolling, but honestly, Julia's too focused on seeing Endgame to really know what's going on.
Recorded on 4/27/2019
2019-04-2754 min
Dumb Bitch HoursWhat If We Kissed in The Pear Wiggler?Kayden was late, Hudson was off his nuts, Julia has a FAT annoying crush, and it took them about half an hour to finish a story about a cat. Really doing great here folks.
Recorded on 4/13/2019
2019-04-131h 08
Dumb Bitch HoursI Just Wanna Know Why We're So FunnyThis week, join Julia, Kayden, and special guest McKayla as they discuss Bille Eilish's new album for about 20 minutes then struggle to fill the rest of their time. It's a mess, folks.
4/6/2019
2019-04-061h 03
Dumb Bitch HoursVery Extremely SoberJulia and Kayden are both inches from death in this week's episode, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Please pray for them, we don't know if they survived long after the broadcast.
Recorded on 3/16/2019
2019-03-161h 13
Dumb Bitch HoursWhat's Flatter? The Earth or Our Minds?Honestly, who even knows what happened in this episode? Kayden was late, Julia is losing her mind about flat-earthers, and everyone hates anti-vaxxers so we just threw them into the mix for fun.
Recorded on 3/9/2019
2019-03-091h 11
This is OklahomaThis is Kaleo MaclayOn today’s podcast your host Mike Hearne talks to Kaleo Maclay. A Paralympic silver and gold medalist for team USA at sit down volleyball. Kaleo who lives in Edmond was born with a club foot; a tenotomy at 9 months old placed pins through the toe and heel bones, but left Kaleo with limited calf flexibility and muscle. At age 12 she joined the U.S Women’s sitting team and made her Paralympic debut at the London games at age 16. Then on to win Gold at Rio four years later. Listen in to Kaleo tell us about her journey with...
2019-03-0852 min
Dumb Bitch HoursJulia Gets Off Her CrutchesKayden's out of town this week so this is honestly Julia just struggling to come up with enough content. Luckily a bunch of new music just dropped! People can't know she's not funny without him!
Recorded on 3/2/2019
2019-03-0250 min
Dumb Bitch HoursThe 2000's Called, They Don't Want UsA special 2000's themed broadcast means that Julia and Kayden, do NOT talk the entire time! Don't get used to it.
Recorded on 2/23/2019
2019-02-2328 min
Dumb Bitch HoursThe Anything But Valentines Day ShowIt's a Valentine's Day show where Julia and Kayden talk about anything but Valentine's Day! Featuring discussions of Tinder messages, national emergencies, and gay stuff with a phone cameo from Julia's sister. In conclusion, Hudson Raynor is the only Valentine we recognized this year.
Recorded on 2/16/2019
2019-02-161h 25
Dumb Bitch HoursOur New ChildrenThis week, Kayden refuses to stop talking about his new son as Julia talks about the brand new, and already iconic, "thank u, next" album.
Recorded on 2/9/2019
2019-02-091h 13
Dumb Bitch HoursSo Like... What Are We?Julia and Kayden talk the usual nonsense and try to pick a new name for the show!
Recorded on 2/2/2019
2019-02-021h 07
Clarineat: The Clarinet Podcast103 - Goal Setting with Jenny MaclayJenny Maclay is the founder of the Jenny Clarinet blog (www.jennyclarinet.com) and today she makes her second appearance on the podcast. We discuss new years' resolutions--both her's and mine--and you'll learn how you can take part in her clarinet "Boot Camp" sessions that combine the interactive elements of social media with a structured practice routine to help you stay on track. Support the podcast: http://www.clarineat.com/support This episode is brought to you by: D'Addario Woodwinds: http://www.clarineat.com/daddario Chamber Music Northwest: http://www.clarineat...
2019-01-1026 min
Garbled Twistory: A US History Podcast told through elections!William Maclay: Masamune's Right EyeWe have just finished a set of nifty in-between-election episodes, and it's time for the election of 1804! Woo to the Who? William Maclay! But why this guy? He's not a presidential candidate, he's a Vice Principal candidate! What do you mean? Like I'm gonna let some piece of legislation reduce the number of episodes. Bah humbug! It's the same ticket anyways! Become a Patron!
2018-10-2806 min
Clarineat: The Clarinet PodcastThe Baermann Bootcamp with Jenny MaclayIn this episode of the podcast I'm joined by Jenny Maclay who runs the popular online blog called JennyClarinet.com, where she posts fun educational materials for the clarinet community. In October 2017 Jenny launched a program called the Baermann Bootcamp, and it went a bit viral in the clarinet community online. Even though october is technically over (I was hoping to get this episode out much sooner and I apologize for the delay) Jenny explains how you can start your own boot camp at any time. We also discuss her website, and this episode marks the return of the...
2017-11-0337 min
Tune Into HealthDarlene Maclay, President of Summit Health Care SolutionsDarlene Maclay, President of Summit Health care Solutions on applying for Medicaid.
2017-04-1902 min
Skylight Books Podcast SeriesWHAT BOOKS PRESENTS CAROLIE PARKER, SARAH MACLAY, AND HOLADAY MASONWhat Books Press is proud to present two new books of LA poetry-- Mirage Industry, by Carolie Parker and The " She" Series: A Venice Correspondence, which is a braided collaboration of poems by Sarah Maclay and Holaday Mason.
Mirage Industry
Mirage Industry is a collection of poems suggested by the social landscape of Los Angeles. A fairly reckless experiment in rearranging the natural world to serve human needs, the city borrows from a broad inventory of cultural models, adopted with a heavy dose of fantasy and inaccuracy. Whether breathing fire or air, the poems issue from...
2017-02-2846 min