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Mustangs in the Field
by Roberto Aguilar
"Mustangs in the Field" is a new podcast sharing stories from graduates of Milwaukie High School and the Milwaukie Academy of the Arts that explores the personal identities of our guests, then and now, and the challenges they experienced along the way in pursuit of their career goals.
Episodes
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Tammy Brown (Wilkinson) '94 - Rooted in Kindness
Join me and Ms. Tammy Brown (Wilkinson)' 94 as we discuss their paths to becoming educators and finding joy in the connection with students and their growth throughout the years. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 3; 90s = 5; 00s = 21; 10s = 14; Staff = 6 School: MHS = 38; Academy of the Arts = 5;...
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Ron Clark '78 & Rich Recker '77 - Homecoming is every day
Join me in connecting with Ron Clark '78 & Rich Recker '77 as we discuss their paths from youth athletes and organizers to careers in law and organizing to convestions about creating a caring and supportive community for students and citizens alike. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 3; 90s = 4; 00s =...
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Dopia '12 - Exchange Student to International House DJ.
Join me in connecting with Dopia as we discuss her opening up while an exchange student from Turkey to blazing a trail as an international House DJ in Bahrain. Bonus soundbite of her music in the outro. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 4; 00s = 21; 10s = 14; Staff = 6 School: MHS = 35…
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Alejandra Prado '06 - Exploring the trades from cosmetologist to plumbing apprentice
Listen in on this candid conversation about family and high school while learning about Alejandra's path to becoming a plumbing apprentice. Shout out to Kim Owens! Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 4; 00s = 21; 10s = 13; Staff = 6 School: MHS = 34; Academy of the Arts = 5; Staff/Other = 6...
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Leevan Arellano '03 - Exploring career fields to find a future as an auto mechanic
Alert: The audio is at a very low volume level for our guest. I hope all are able to still access and learn from Leevan. Listen in on Leevan as we learn about how he tried to be anything but a mechanic and found a fulfilling career working on automobiles. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 4;...
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Nata Sarafinchan '12 - Forging a career in the Fashion Industry with authentic curiosity and creativity.
Listen in on Nata's journey from "quirky" high school student to building a 12 year career in the Fashion Industry by being curious and staying creative. Shout out to Mr. V and Mr. Walker. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 4; 00s = 19; 10s = 13; Staff = 6 School: MHS = 32; Academy of the Arts…
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Dan Lee - Faculty Appreciation: Learning to value making a mistake while exploring your world
Listen in and learn about Mr. Lee's 29 year journey in learning how to make mistakes to exploring the world, self care and the development of his Mustang Heart. Shout out to Mustang greats, Shannon Green, Sue Johnson, Sandy McCune and the MHS Social Studies Department. Appearances by Decade: 70s…
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Anton Grokhovskiy '13 - Senior Software Developer teaching us navigate the hardest roads
Listen in and learn how Anton went from an immigrant Newcomer ELD student to senior software developer and tester while teaching us that the hardest roads lead to the most beautiful destination. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 4; 00s = 19; 10s = 12; Staff = 5 School: MHS = 32; Academy of…
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Shanne Sowards '94 & Nicole Thomas '94: The Mustang Spirit of giving back to our community (& more)
Join the conversation and learn how Shanne and Nicole took the spirit of Milwaukie, among the many wonderful stories, and are paying it forward by helping our community. This is truly a special episode that you won't want to miss. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 4; 00s = 19; 10s = 11; Staff…
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Nichole Baumgartner (Ralston) '05 - How a first love comes full circle with Alpacas
Learn how Nichole Baumgartner transitions from high school dancer to fitness professional to developing into a proud mother and owner of the Cactus Hills Alpaca Farm in Arizona. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1; 90s = 2; 00s = 19; 10s = 11; Staff = 5 School: MHS = 29; Academy of the Arts = 4;...
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Presenting "Luigi" Becerril '13, músico humilde and big love for our community.
Listen in and learn from "Luigi" as he shares a little bit about starting a musical career here at Milwaukie, building an internationally recognizable musical group named "Zexta Alianza," and still pursuing a medical career to benefit our community. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1, 90s = 2, 00s =...
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Mr. Haugen - Faculty Appreciation: Mustang Family
Listen in as the legendary Voice of the Mustangs, Mr. Haugen shares a bit of his 6 decade journey with the Mustang Family. Appearances by Decade: 70s = 1, 90s = 2, 00s = 18, 10s = 10, Staff = 4 Appearance by Gender: Female identifying - 18, Male identifying - 17
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Chelsee Heinrichs '09 - Dancing around the world by preparation, not rigid path design
Listen in as Chelsee shares about constantly learning, developing your tools, and being open to what unfolds to blaze a path in dance and performance. School Spirit chant preference: "Mustang Born" 27 - 7 "Onward Victorious" Appearances by Decade: 90s = 2, 00s = 18, 10s = 10, Staff = 4 Appearance...
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Chaudrey Boyd '09 - Reframing tough lessons to develop leadership
Listen in as Chaudrey shares about fatherhood, leadership, hard lessons learned, and choosing to "insert something good" daily. Shout out to Mr. Petersen, Mr. Nott and so many more. School Spirit chant preference: "Mustang Born" 26 - 7 "Onward Victorious" Appearances by Decade: 90s = 2, 00s = 17,...
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Sam Hobson '13 - Working in Service of Others
Listen in as Sam shares how she practices and "attitude of gratitude" and works in "service of others" as motivation in her professional career. Shout out to Mr. V and Mr. Adams. School Spirit chant preference: "Mustang Born" 26 - 6 "Onward Victorious" Appearances by Decade: 90s = 2, 00s = 16…
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Millie Gundlach (Anders) '09 - Empowering students and modeling SEL skills as a Middle School Counselor
Listen in as Millie shares how she models both patience and perseverance on her path to become a middle school counselor. School Spirit chant choice: "Mustang Born" 25 - 5 "Onward Victorious" Appearances by Decade: 90s = 2, 00s = 16, 10s = 9, Staff = 4 Appearance by Gender: Female identifying…
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Matthew Prenger - Faculty Appreciation: Building Relationships and Taking Advantage of Opportunities
El Profé discusses the power of building relationships, taking advantages of opportunities. All while making the world a better place one connection at a time. Season 3.2: MB 4 - 1 OV Season 3: MB 0 - 1 OV Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV Appearances…
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Tanner Novak '12 - Path to becoming a Commercial Airline Pilot
Listen in and learn about Tanner's journey to becoming a Commercial Airline Pilot. Season 3.2: MB 4 - 0 OV Season 3: MB 0 - 1 OV Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV Appearances by Class: 2019 = 1, 2018 = 1, 2016 = 2, 2015 = 1, 2012 = 2, 2011 = 3, 2009 =…
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Peter Garcia Arrieta '15 - Martial Art Instructor for the U.S. Marines
Listen in and learn about Peter's journey from an uncertain graduation plan to exploring the world, finding self-confidence, and becoming a martial arts instructor for the U.S. Marines. Season 3.2: MB 3 - 0 OV Season 3: MB 0 - 1 OV Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1:...
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Odalis Aguilar-Aguilar '18 - Political Coordinator: Advocating and developing a better future for community.
Listen in and learn how Odalis helped the Milkwaukie Latin@/x/e community become the new wave of school leaders and developed into an advocate for our community. Season 3.2: MB 2 - 0 OV Season 3: MB 0 - 1 OV Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV…
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MaKenna Presley '19 - US Air Force Firefighter: Growing, finding family, and exploring the world.
Learn how you can explore the world, discover a career, and find family through the United States Air Force thanks to MaKenna's journey. Season 3.2: MB 1 - 0 OV Season 3: MB 0 - 1 OV Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV Appearances by Class: 2019 = 1…
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Natalia Sanman '16 - CA State Park Interpreter: Investing in Nature to "Re-Create" our daily lives and future.
Learn how Natalie found the importance of being in the moment and to trust the process while being immersed in nature on her way to do good in our world. Season 3: MB 0 - 1 OV Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV Appearances by Class: 2016 = 2, 2012 = 1,...
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Craig Mitchelldyer '98 - Professional Photographer/Substitute Teacher: Failures = Experiences = Learning
Learn how Craig's transitioned from "class clown" to ambitious student journalist to professional photographer and, now, substitute teacher. Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the time) Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV Appearances by Class: 2016 = 1, 2012 = 1, 2011 = 3 2009 = 5, 2008 = 2, 2007 =...
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Tarra McCarthy'07 - Non-Profit Director of Development: Advocate for Recovery
Join us for this super authentic conversation about hope, resilience, and recovery as we learn about the 4D Recovery program, their Gratitude Night, and the Harmony Academy where students can go for assistance and a more positive environment. Season 2: MB 8 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the…
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Kaliko Castille '05 - Non-Profit Director of Development to Candidate: Building Dreams with Intention
Learn about Kaliko's path from non-profit to state representative candidate by utilizing a "practical dreamer" approach to developing and achieving goals towards creating a more just community. Shout out by Kaliko to Ms. Lacy, Ms. Seibel & Mr. Buckles. Season 2: MB 7 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5…
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Travis Sigler '11 - Meadmaker/Leatherworker: Building Community through Passion
Join Travis and me as we discuss the transition from "nerd" to community builder by following his passion to establish Wyrd Leather & Mead and building a community for the friends of "middle earth" while welcoming all. Shout out by Travis to Mr. Fell and the entire professional Wyrd Leather &…
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Macaihah Broussard '12 - Art Director: Lifting while Climbing in NYC
Hear from Wieden + Kennedy NYC Art Director Macaihah Broussard about working through discomfort with patience and learning to lift others as he climbs to the top of his profession in New York City. Shout-outs to Ms. Moe and the Wilkins Family! Season 2: MB 5 - 3 OV ("Both" selected 3/5 of the…
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Jessica '12 & Seth Coverstone '11 - Hungry and Humble Family Matters
There is no better way to get back to podcasting for the Mustang Family than to spend time with a young Mustang Family. Join me on this chat with soccer star turned star mom and soldier turned tradesman as we discuss intentionally building a solid family base to achieve success. Shout outs to…
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Jacque Dixon '00 - Educator: Teen Parent to Social Justice Advocate & Educator
Join the conversation where Jacque shares the challenges of growing up as a Chicano teen-parent in the late 90s and her journey towards becoming a Social Justice Advocate and Educator. Season 2: MB 2 - 2 OV Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV
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Sam (Cunningham) Buckmier '06 - Circus Performer: Dancing to the Big Top
Hear from Sam as she shares how dance and determination have pushed her to achieve new heights in life and in the world of trapeze. Follow Sam on Instagram @sam.bumkmier Season 2: MB 1 - 2 OV Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV
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Sue Johnson - Faculty Appreciation Series: Finding home and family at Milwaukie
Reminisce with Sue Johnson and feel the essence of "family" that has always been so important to the Mustang community. Season 2: MB 1 - 1 OV Season 1: MB 12 - 4 OV
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Mr. VanWinkle - Instrumental Music Director (Final episode of Season 1)
Listen to Mr. V share "one of the best decisions of his life", proudly recount the excellent conduct of his student, and living by example as a "life-long learner" in discussing his future horizon. MB 12 - 4 OV
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Pride Month Special: History of Milwaukie QSA + alumni retrospection
Learn a little bit about the history of Milwaukie QSA and hear from alumni Josh Green '06 and Steven Pendelton '20 who share some of the challenges they faced with discrimination and the steps they took to overcome those situations. Thank you so much Josh and Steven for your vulnerability and...
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Hannah & Wouter '09 - Economist & Accountant: International dreams to Mustang love
Hannah (Haugen) & Wouter share their international experiences, the rockstar service lifestyle of an accountant and an economist, and learning to love each other while on separate continents. Shout out to Bill Haugen & Family. MB 12 - 3 OV
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Pavle Jovanovic '11 - Construction Business Owner: Exchange Student experience and the Mustang Family
Join Pavle and me as we discuss the reality of being a business owner, the value of a strong father figure, and the supportive nature of the American school system. Shout out to Mr. Prenger, Mr. Bracy, and the Sitz Family. MB 10 - 3 OV
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Wendy Serrano '08 - Robert Bosch Fellow: Create community wherever you are (even in Germany)
Join Wendy and me as we discuss the importance of creating community (whether in Milwaukie or Germany), the language of dreams, taking risks, and naming/embracing your identities. Shout out to Stacy Cordova, Dr. Ivonne Guerra, Ms. McKercher, Mr. Moseley, & Ariane from Clackamas Community College…
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Leslie Villacis Gutierrez '16 - Medical Assistant: Family & gratitude as keystones for serving others
Join Leslie as she graciously recounts her experience while in high school and providing perspective about the reality of a medical professional. Shout out to Dr. Iaboni. MB 8 - 3 OV
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Tim Chu '09 - Surgical Technician: Failing forward, navigating the world as an introvert and dealing with Asian hate.
"Your best teacher is your last mistake." Tim Chu and I drill down some specific challenges of being an introvert, struggling with the goal/expectation to be more outgoing, learning from failure, and the up-close reality of dealing with the current wave of attacks on the Asian community as a...
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Dr. Becca Rosenberg (Adams) '08 - Physician: Solving puzzles and loving what you do for a living.
Join the conversation as Becca and Aguilar discuss the importance of "asking for what you want", solving puzzles, and the fact that it is ok to reevaluate and be good at something other than what you have always been good at. Shout out to Dan Williamson (and the "Navy Seals"). MB 6 - 3 OV
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Ben Vermillion '07 - Pharmacist: The importance of meeting folks where they are and "pressing on"
Introverts unite as Ben & I discuss finding the value of meeting folks where they are in their situation, uncovering constructive feedback from negative delivery, and "pressing on" with the best course of action to help patients in need. MB 5 - 3 OV
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Chancee Stumpf '09 - Flight Attendant: Soaring to Happiness
Chancee and I discuss defining success, the ability to find happiness in your career now while looking forward to future goals, and finding community. MB 5 - 2 OV
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Pearl (Megan Brown) '09 - Barber: Navigating the barbering world as a woman & the Unicorn Experience of being a MAA/MHS/SSC graduate
Pearl and I discuss the value of discomfort and self-empowerment as a queer woman in the barber world and explore the Unicorn experience of the MAA/MHS/SSC opportunity. Shout out to Mr. Moseley. MB 4 - 2 OV
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Kami Bracy (Aguilar)'94 - School Counselor: Discussing Passion and Service as a School Counselor & the Mustang Scholarship Fund Chairperson.
Join Kami Bracy (now Kami Aguilar) as she describes how dedicated educators inspire passion and service while giving shout-outs to Ms. O'Malley and various teachers. (We're looking at you, science department). MB 1-1 OV
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Kelsey Campbell '03 - Olympic Wrestler: Pioneer, Olympian, WorldChanger.
Kelsey and I discuss gender equity, the lessons of failure, surviving as an amateur Olympic athlete, and the culture of inclusivity that exists at Milwaukie. Shout outs to Robert Lippi, Shari Linn, Roy Pittman, and her US National Team coaches. Instagram @iamkelseycampbelll Twitter…
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Rolando Cruz '05 - Product Manager: Desde Mexico, to Milwaukie, a Nike.
Rolando and I discuss the strategy of code-switching, embracing discomfort, the eclectic diversity of Milwaukie, and above all R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Shout outs to Dr. Aeylin Summer, Jen Seibel, and Cheryl Myers, Oregon's current Deputy Secretary of State. MB 2-1 OV
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Pilot/mini-career bio (Mr. Aguilar) - School Counselor
Mr. Aguilar shares some personal struggles with identity and his path to becoming a school counselor. MB 0-1 OV
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
"Mustangs in the Field" is a new podcast sharing stories from graduates of Milwaukie High School and the Milwaukie Academy of the Arts that explores the personal identities of our guests, then and now, and the challenges they experienced along the way in pursuit of their career goals.
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Roberto Aguilar
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