Meet the 2025 DCI Correspondents + International Tour Hacks, Drum Corps Drama & More!

Welcome back to On A Water Break, the podcast where we talk about everything you're talking about on the sideline during a water break. This week, we're welcoming a brand-new crew — our 2025 DCI Correspondents — who'll be reporting all summer long from the road!🫡 Hosted by Jackie Brown with Jeremy (Drum Corps Today) and Omari Holaki (Crown), this episode introduces our dynamic correspondent lineup: Jack Hawkins – Boston Crusaders Clara Bagwell – Boston Crusaders Petey (@peteydrums) – Spirit of Atlanta Zoe Duran Arambul – Seattle Cascades🎧 In this episode: The story behind our DCI Correspondents Program What it’s really like preparing for tour (from packing tips to performance pressure) A hilarious 60-Second Tech Block with Omari on flying internationally with a contra Water We Doing?! returns with big rants on judging, social media hate, and... yelling names during shows?! Gush & Go: graduations, scholarships, and the joy of getting back on the field📰 In the news: Pride of Cincinnati announces end of competitive programOmari and Jackie reflect on the legacy and future of one of Color Guard’s most legendary programs.💬 Favorite moments include: Clara asking “What are we doing with only one percussion judge?” Zoe repping the return of Seattle Cascades Jack’s reminder not to yell your friend’s name mid-show 🙃 Petey’s thoughts on supporting newer performers online📬 Want to be on the show or pitch a topic?📨 [email protected]🎙 Guest form: https://linktr.ee/onawaterbreak📲 FOLLOW US:Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | YouTube: @onawaterbreakSubscribe to our YouTube Channel—🎒 This episode is sponsored by Peak Group Travel – Helping you plan your next adventure!🌐 https://www.peakgrouptravel.com📸 @peakgrouptravel on socials🛍️ And shoutout to Guard Closet – Your one-stop shop for marching arts consignment, design, and more!🌐 https://guardcloset.com📲 Instagram & TikTok: @guardcloset | Facebook: GuardCloset | Threads: @guardcloset—✅ Subscribe, leave us a review, and share with your band fam!🎵 We’ll see you at the next rehearsal — On A Water Break!