Bay 11

Bay 11

Stories, interviews and more from Hillcrest High School broadcast students.

Episodes

April 17, 2025 9 mins

The March 2025 announcement by the Federal Government about plans to cut the Department of Education has raised questions about what this means for those who rely on its funding. Reporter Ella Rollwagen speaks to a mother of autistic twins and a graduating senior about how losing certain educational programs and services might affect their lives. 

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Everyone has it: FOMO - the fear of missing out. Natalie Arbuthnot talks with teens and parents about how to deal with feelings of exclusion in this nationally award winning episode of Bay 11.

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January 13, 2025 5 mins

Natalie Arbuthnot talks with two high achieving high school seniors about the challenges of maintaining their academic status.

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December 5, 2024 3 mins

Piper Lee and Haley Jantz visit with 4 people about a challenging time in their lives and the lessons they each learned from doing things "the hard way."

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November 18, 2024 5 mins

Many jobs are crucial to society, but one job often stands out above the rest. Natalie Arbuthnot interviews Brandon Tillman to learn about his one important job.

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July 16, 2024 14 mins

We cover the closing of Robberson Elementary on the northside of Springfield and the recent retirement of Hillcrest JROTC instructor First Sergeant Hakes.

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May 20, 2024 16 mins

Holten Pyle takes a look at some of our favorite podcasts from the past school year, showing the variety of topics we covered in season seven of Bay 11.

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May 16, 2024 23 mins

For the last "Caffeinated" ever, Abi and Emily welcome Coach Davis to the conversation. Rap wars, Taylor, music in the 70s, lots of fun talk for your ears to absorb.

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May 7, 2024 27 mins

HTV alum Lindsey Michael has over 200,000 followers on Instagram, where she's known as "the real life book reviewer." She discusses her love of books, and building her brand.

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Recorded live during the annual Buzz-A-Thon webcast, Emily, Abi and their special guests have thoughts on the latest release from Taylor Swift. 

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On this "Bay 11" flashback, segments featuring local historian John Sellars, who recalls two moments in Springfield history, one from 1970, and one from shortly after the Civil War. 

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Abi and Emily turned 18 this week and share thoughts on reaching that milestone. They also discuss the documentary, "Quiet On the Set," and the dangers for child actors.

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March 30, 2024 11 mins

At the STN convention, two "Bay 11" reporters competed in national contests. They were timed events, and on this show, we hear the results of their efforts.

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March 21, 2024 26 mins

The annual STN Convention provides numerous challenges for broadcast and video students from across the nation. Holten Pyle and Natalie Arbuthnot welcome some fellow HTVers who discuss the recent trip.

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March 5, 2024 24 mins

Three kids who have gone to school together for 12 years look back at lessons learned, experiences shared, and what lies ahead as they prepare to graduate.

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February 26, 2024 24 mins

UMG says no to Tik Tok, the Wicked trailer triggers some fans, and Emily and Abi talk about their college selections, and finding the perfect roommate.

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February 13, 2024 17 mins

Holten Pyle looks at the rising popularity of gambling on sports teams and events. His guest is 19 and already "practicing," in hopes that Missouri legalizes it soon.

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Abi and Emily examine the ongoing beef between Megan Thee Stallion and Nicki Minaj. They also share thoughts about the Grammys and Taylor Swift's next big album.

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January 26, 2024 21 mins

A special program about how the Hillcrest community responded to the sudden, tragic loss of a beloved teacher. 

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January 8, 2024 43 mins

Jaela Burris, former host of the "Table Talk" pod and now a J student at Mizzou, joins Abi and Emily for a look back at pop culture in 2023. It is a wide-ranging discussion about "Trolls 3," celebs with horse teeth veneers, Ariana starring in "Wicked" and Ariana being a little wicked, Gypsy Blanchard, and of course, Taylor conquers the world.

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