
From the Horse's Mouth
The "Spirited" official podcast of Providence Day School, bringing you informative and entertaining conversations from the global PD community. Learn more at www.providenceday.org/podcast
Episodes
44 episodes
Season 5 Episode 8: Being an Active, Informed Citizen
In this episode of From the Horse’s Mouth, host Jay Barron is joined by history teacher Mike Lindquist and seniors Liza Grimes '25 and Reagan Wright '25 for a timely conversation on media in the 21st century. Together, they explore the...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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24:18

Season 5 Episode 7: It's Good to be New
In this episode of From the Horse's Mouth, host Jay Barron sits down with three students new to Providence Day: freshman Brooks Freeman, sophomore Ginny Anne Dumont, and junior Ibby Kahn. Together, they discuss what it’s like to adapt ...
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20:00

Season 5 Episode 6: Learning Across Borders
Welcome to another episode of From the Horse's Mouth! This week, host Jay Barron explores Providence Day’s Global Exchange Program with Assistant Director of Global Programs Suzanne Clements, Australian exchange student Madison Hartley...
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17:26

Season 5 Episode 5: Hands-On History
In this episode of From the Horse’s Mouth, host Jay Barron dives into the rich, complex history of the Sardis area with faculty members David Harris and Thamar Lebrón, alongside senior Aashir Sura '25. Together, they explore hands-on w...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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21:21

Season 5 Episode 4: Nurturing Financial Well-Being
On our newest episode of From the Horse’s Mouth, we explore why it’s never too early to start the conversation about financial literacy. Host Jay Barron sits down with faculty members Brian Li and Danny Mehigan, along with senior Henry...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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22:30

Season 5 Episode 3: Resources at PD
Prepare to be enlightened! In this special episode of From the Horse's Mouth, Jay Barron sits down with three PD experts to help students tap into the school’s many resources. From free periodical subscriptions and on-demand counseling...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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15:24

Season 5 Episode 2: Getting Involved With Parents
In the second episode of season five, host Jay Barron sits down with Parents' Association President Britt Tuite, Charger Club President Tyhler Lynch, and parent volunteer Samie Roberts to discuss their roles at Providence Day. Hear how these de...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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16:26

Season 5 Episode 1: Art As a Lifetime Sport
Welcome to season five of From the Horse's Mouth, the official podcast of Providence Day School! In this first episode of the 2024–25 school year, host Jay Barron sits down with Elyse Cannon, David Woodley, and Marie Rohde to discuss t...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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17:32

Season 4 Episode 14: E-Sports Unleashed
On this special bonus episode of "From the Horse’s Mouth," guest host and Middle School computing and innovation teacher Dr. Wesley Fryer chats with Director of E-Sports Kalon Davis and graduating senior Jayden Stuart ’24. Tune in as they explo...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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23:58

Season 4 Episode 13: Bon Voyage, Eric
In a bittersweet episode of "From the Horse's Mouth," host Jay Barron sits down with departing Upper School Head Eric Hedinger before he begins his new role as Head of School at Augusta Preparatory Day School. Joined by friends and fellow facul...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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25:56

Season 4 Episode 12: One Last Ride
As the 2023–24 school year wraps up, seniors Brook Ephrem, Cassie Miller, and Emerson Smith join host Jay Barron to reminisce about their time at PD. Tune in to hear their insights on the college admissions journey, tips for incoming Uppe...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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21:04

Season 4 Episode 11: Behind the Curtain—Exploring Performing Arts
On this week's podcast, host Jay Barron converses with Lower School Musical Director Sierra Key, Upper School Theatre Director Brooke Fulton, and senior Avery Thalberg about Providence Day’s recent performing arts achievements, the intricacies ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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20:46

Season 4 Episode 10: Building (and Maintaining) a Sustainable Future
On this week’s episode of From the Horse’s Mouth, host Jay Barron interviews Environmental Sustainability Coordinator and Upper School English Teacher, Jack Hudson, senior Sophie Mao ’24, junior Meha Khanna ’25, and senior Frankie Castellucci ’...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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23:38

Season 4 Episode 9: Art Educators Unplugged
On this episode of From the Horse's Mouth, host and lifetime doodler Jay Barron talks visual arts with Lower School Fine Arts Teacher, Gabe Devereux, and Upper School Fine Arts Teacher and AP Art History Teacher, Sydney Sheaffer. Tune in as the...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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25:50

Season 4 Episode 8: An Open Conversation About Mental Health
VIEWER DISCRETION: This podcast touches on some sensitive subjects related to mental health. Our host, Jay Barron, speaks to Student Services Director Lisa Bernard, eighth grader Ana Arronte, ninth grader Cole Zapata,...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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23:32

Season 4 Episode 7: Demystifying A.I.
Step aside, Skynet! In the last episode of season four, host Jay Barron attempts to demystify the excitement and confusion surrounding artificial intelligence (A.I.) with guidance from PD teachers Dr. Wes Fryer and Dr. James Edge, along with Ch...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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24:14

Season 4 Episode 6: Black History Matters
In 2021, College Board announced that I would be piloting a new AP African-American Studies course beginning in the 2022-2023 school year. Since this announcement, the course has been the target of both celebration and consternation across the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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21:57

Season 4 Episode 5: 22 things we learned in 2022
As the New Year begins, the latest episode of "From the Horse's Mouth," PD's official podcast, tackles lessons learned in 2022 with a panel including host Jay Barron, Upper School Theatre director Brooke Fulton, and award winning students Astri...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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22:09

Season 4 Episode 4: Teaching Fellows
A year ago, Providence Day launched a Teaching Fellows Program to recruit recent college graduates to learn teaching and leadership and bring more inclusion and belonging to the teaching profession. So how's the first year going? Hear from PD's...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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28:50

Season 4 Episode 3: Health & Well-being at PD
What does PD mean by "health and well-being"? Tune in to "From the Horse's Mouth," the official PD podcast hosted by World Language teacher Jay Barron, to hear a health-minded discussion! Strength & Conditioning Coach Tom Caruso; Kristie Og...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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21:10

Season 4 Episode 2: Hopes for the new school year with Rob Evans
As the new school year begins, hear from national independent schools expert Rob Evans, along with two members of Providence Day's leadership - Head of Lower School Erin Harper and Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Michael Magno - a...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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17:28

Season 4 Episode 1: Beyond the Scoreboard with Coaches!
As the Fall Sports season gets underway, hear from a panel of some of Providence Day's most high-profile coaches - Varsity Football's Chad Grier; Boys' Varsity Basketball's Ron Johnson; Girls' Soccer's Dan Dudley; and Athletic Director Nancy Be...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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37:26

Season 3 Episode 5: "The Solar Panel: Sustainability at PD"
Should PD be using solar energy? Can PD's plastic be recycled into bricks? What can we all do to be more sustainable? Hosted by Scarlet Greer '22, this lively discussion panel also includes Libby Barron '26, Laura Plata '24, Jodi Yan '24, and J...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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19:18

Season 3 Episode 4: Middle School Newcomers & Oldtimers
Hear from a 20-year PD administrator and a PD "lifer" student as they compare thoughts on their PD experience with a newcomer student and administrator, and discuss what makes the Middle School experience at PD unique. The two Middle School dea...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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25:38
