The Humans of James River
Telling the stories of the James River High School Community, one episode at a time. This is a platform for people to share their stories in a non-judgmental environment. Ultimately, this podcast exists to help people. Some content may be challenging for some listeners.
Episodes
In this interview, we hear from a member of the first four-year graduating class of James River High School, Kevin Powers. After leaving high school, he enlisted in the army and was called to serve in Iraq, simultaneously pausing his writing career while also providing him with the tools to succeed in it later on. Tune in for the next few minutes as he shares his journey from the military to publishing his award-winning book: The Y...
In this episode, we hear from a recent graduate from James River High School, Lilah Moons. Tune in for the next few minutes as she shares the process of building her musical career over time. Lilah elaborates more on releasing her first album while studying at VCU, and looks back at her younger self to share some advice for aspiring musicians.
Go listen to 18 Years (her debut album) anywhere that you stream your music, or purchase a...
In this episode, we hear from an anonymous student at James River High School. Tune in for the next few minutes as she shares her journey from Venezuela to Colombia, and from Colombia to Virginia. She details the obstacles she and her family faced throughout their immigration and talks about what gives her hope. We also have an amazing ESL teacher, Ms. Gail, with us in order to facilitate the conversation.
This episode is in both E...
In this episode, we hear from a professional comedian, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. He also happens to be the past head coach of the James River girls volleyball team during some of their most prominent seasons. Listen as he shares his journey from growing up in poverty in Alabama to building up his own image as an entertainer and business owner in both LA and VA.
Mr. White elaborates more on identity, where he learned h...
On this episode we welcome Mr. Randy Early, a special education teacher at James River High School! Listen as he shares about his teaching journey, Rapid Fire, hopes for the community, and, of course, the famous potato bar.
Also, go follow his famous cats on Instagram!
@seamus_n_angus
Welcome back to another season! Hear from your newest host, Kennedy Coffin, as she shares her journey while attending James River and her reasons for doing the podcast. Get ready for an exciting, upcoming collection of conversations!
In this episode, juniors Lanie Grant and Lilly Verbeek reflect on their experience at James River and talk about their involvment in sports growing up, how they balance school, and how sports in general have impacted their way of living.
In this episode, Sarah and Katherine chat with Jalen Pritchett, a senior at James River who uses his passion for dancing and singing to overcome strife and express himself.
Welcome to our first mini episode! Mini episodes will be posted the week between every "main episode" posted. Each mini episode will be an interview of a 2023 capstone happening at James River, we will talk about what they are doing and why they are doing it. Our first mini episode is Brooke Long and Raigan Kelley's capstone which is "Heroes on the Diamond." In this episode we discuss their lives growing up with military and 1st re...
In this episode, Sarah and Katherine talk about their excitement to be the hosts for the fifth season of the Humans of James River podcast. They also touch on topics like what they learned from their high school experiences thus far, their favorite musical artists, as well as a plethora of other questions submitted by listeners via Instagram.
In this episode Bowman Novey talks about his journey finding himself in high school and discovering his true self. He talks about a plethora of topics from how he manages his anxiety and panic attacks to his new endeavors in sewing. Bowman brought so much light and laughter to this episode and I hope you all enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording it.
In this episode, Libby Wilbur (JRHS Class of 2016) discusses her journey with life after high school, graduating college during the pandemic, and the moving community of theater and the arts post-COVID. She also discusses a bit about why mental health is so important for her.
TW: This episode may be triggering for someone who has struggled with mental health.
In this episode, Nykia Bryant details her journey finding herself and accepting who she truly is. She discusses her struggles with mental health along with her experience with difficult family dynamics.
TW: This episode may be triggering for those who have struggled with mental illnesses, a distant parent, and both internalized and outward homophobia.
If you or someone you love is struggling, click on the 'Resources' tab to get help
The new host, Rithika Bhagavatula, shares a bit about her life and what to expect from the upcoming season.
If you would like to contact us: Instagram - @humansofjrpod; Email - humansofjrhs@gmail.com
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