PODCAST · education
Talon Talk
by CB Talon
Welcome to Talon Talk, hosted by the staff from CBTalon.com. Talon Talk is a podcast that is by the students, for the students. Our hosts focus on bringing outstanding people, stories, and events taking place in the CB community to the spotlight every week. From athletes to musicians, Talon Talk wants to ensure that every Falcon has a chance to share their unique and special story with the world.
Episodes
-
Feminine Issues At CB featuring F.E.M.
In honor of Women’s History Month, Talon Talk brings you an episode on women’s issues at CB. As an expert in all things womanhood, Amelia Figueroa, Elizabeth Ledesma, and Mara Plazibat (F.E.M.) take a deep dive into the ways the CB community can continue to support and empower women.
-
Building Confidence
In this insightful episode of Talon Talk, Alexxa Riley and Tanner Meade discuss different ways to build confidence based on their experiences as young adults at CB. The duo dives into the importance of self-assurance and offers practical tips and advice for building confidence in all areas of…
more -
Mindfulness With Mrs. McDougall
It is becoming increasingly important in today's climate to care for your mental and physical health. This meditative episode of Talon Talk covers mindfulness, self-care tips, and many healthy habits that we can incorporate into our daily lives with host Alexxa Riley and CB Wellness Counselor…
more -
Fall Vibes With Mr. Elorduy
In this riveting episode of Talon Talk, hosts Geneva Tovar and Alexxa Riley interview Assistant Principal of Student Life and Instruction Mr. Julian Elorduy. We discuss his seasonal music and movie recommendations as well as his involvement with the music industry. We also ask our most important...
-
CB Horror Stories
Ready for Halloween? In this spooky episode of the Talon Talk, hosts Alexxa Riley and Geneva Tovar interview students and faculty of the CB community to get their horror stories. These stories range from scary to downright embarrassing. Get your candy corn ready and strap in for a frightening...
-
CB Psychology With Mr. Leporini
Do CB students live up to Freudian theories? In this mind-blowing episode of the Talon Talk, your host Alexxa Riley and CB'S AP Psychology teacher Mr. Vincent Leporini use the principles of psychology to unpack toxic as well as healthy behaviors commonly seen on campus. They discuss narcissism,...
-
Stories From The Heart: Autism Awareness With Alina
Alina is in the Class of 2025 at Christian Brothers and has been an advocate for autism awareness since 6th grade. She has presented to the MIND Institute at UC Davis and the Sacramento City Unified School District. She is very open about discussing her experience as a student who is among the...
-
Dealing With Rejection!
In their last semester of their senior year, Talon staff members Alicia Wood, Taylor Paton, and Margaret Wanket unpack the rejection they have faced throughout their high school careers. They share the things they wish they had done differently and the things they knew at the time.
-
Stories From The Heart: Asian Women Speak Facts
Young women from CB's Asian Cultural Alliance and Polynesian Club share the complexities of Asian identity in terms of nationality and gender, the evolving expectations of Asian families on their students, and stories that elicit both laughter and tears. Thank you, Emma, Morning Cloud, and Thuy…
more -
Stories From The Heart: Grief With Joe Dozier & Mr. Havey
In this episode of the pod, two beautiful CB men, Mr. Paul Havey '81 and Joe Dozier '22 discuss a subject close their hearts: grief. Although difficult to discuss openly in society, grief is something that affects us all. Grief takes many forms and can lead to unhealthy and harmful behaviors.…
more -
Stories From The Heart: Do You Pray?
In this episode of Stories from the Heart, Ms. Bacich, George Dozie III, Mr. Elorduy and Caroline Kramer share personal stories about their prayer life. Note: This episode was recorded just before Thanksgiving. Thank you to the students who shared about their prayer life when briefly stopped in…
more -
Stories From The Heart: Students Of The CBHS BSU
Stories from the Heart is a production of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging program at Christian Brothers High School in Sacramento, CA. Our first episode is a conversation from Kaylin, Kemani, Ryen and Sarai in the CBHS Black Student Union. Thank you for respecting these students’...
-
CB Ancient History With Mr. English
Mr. Tom English has dedicated many years to the Christian Brothers community. The iconic history teacher has been around for it all, from the Brothers living on campus to dressing up when his World History students pass the AP exam. Host Bella Barbosa ('21) talks to the widely admired teacher…
more -
Seniors Making Their Mark
After a pandemic-induced hiatus, we are back in the studio to bring you the latest happening in the CB community. In this episode of Talon Talk, host Bella Barbosa ('21) is joined by two of the Class of 2021's best: Mariana Garcia and Emma Emigh. The ladies discuss an unusual senior year, baked...
-
CB Theatre Proudly Presents: Always Room at the Top
CB Radio Theatre keeps you on the edge of your seat with our second installment of Suspense. In this week’s drama, the ambitious, cutthroat world of Madison Avenue has deadly implications. Listen as Helen Brandt tests the theory that there’s “Always Room At The Top”. Cast: HELEN: Aubriana Lene…
more -
CB Theatre Proudly Presents: Sorry, Wrong Number
CB Theatre brings you Suspense! with this radio show thriller from 1943. Travel back in time as Mrs. Stevenson uncovers a murder plot and makes a frantic attempt to foil it. Enjoy what Orson Welles called “the single greatest radio script ever written”- Sorry, Wrong Number. Cast: MRS. STEVENSON:...
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 11: Talon Talk In The Wild (Gone Wrong)
In this exciting episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Cal Fiske (’20) and Asher Bloom (’20) set up shop outside of the Talon news room for the first ever live Talon podcast and converse with a vast array of characters. The boys experience the highest of highs when they celebrate an exciting landmark...
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 10: The Talontine's Day Extravaganza
In this very special Valentine’s Day episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Asher Bloom (‘20), Daniel Larsen-Anderson (‘20), and Calvin Fiske (‘20) are joined by CB history teacher and Asisstant Direcor of Student Activities Ms. Roybal to get the scoop on the origins of Saint Valentine’s holiday and...
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 9: A Sport for the Mind
In this episode of Talon Talk, hosts Asher Bloom (‘20) and Daniel Larsen-Anderson (‘20) learn about the intense world of Academic Decathlon. CB Academic Decathlon coach Ms. Mary Bowers and team member Grace Larsen-Anderson (‘20) educate us on the details of the competition, the work that goes…
more -
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 8: Babbling With Boriskin
In this episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen ('20) and Calvin Fiske ('20) chat with CB’s ceramics teacher, Mr. Rob Boriskin. He shares how he discovered his love for ceramics and what it was like transforming from a CB parent to a teacher. He also gives us an inside scoop on his…
more -
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 7: Talon Tok
In this episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen ('20) and Cal Fiske ('20) interview two of CB’s most well known TikTok creators, McKenna Purdy (‘20) and Emma Busch (‘20). We discuss the history of TikTok and how it transformed from cringey middle schoolers lip syncing to their favorite…
more -
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 6: The Bands Of Brothers
In this episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Calvin Fiske '(20) and Scott Cotter ('20) talk to Kaveh Khajavi '20 and Dean McCord '20 about the origins of their bands Orange Sunshine and Red Voodoo. We talk about how they found their passion for music and what artists influenced their amazing work.…
more -
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 5: Going Gradeless
Mr. Danny Delgado ‘79 is a universally beloved teacher in the CB community who is most commonly known for his involvement in Cross Country, robotics, and Venaver. However, one may not know that Delgado has been redefining what “quality education” means at CB. Your hosts Katie Gergen (‘20) and...
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 4: Hey, Brother!
In this episode of Talon talk, Calvin Fiske ‘20 and Maggie Berkley ‘20 talk to CB religion teacher Mr. Havey ‘81 about the atmosphere of Christian Brothers and how it has changed over his years here, the reason Mr. Havey is so involved in service work and how it has affected his life through...
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 3: Hangin' With Hanshew
In this episode of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen (‘20) and Scott Cotter (‘20) interview second year CB teacher Mrs. Erin Hanshew. They discuss why she decided to make the switch to our beloved school and how it compares to the Lasallian school she came from. She also reveals how she has...
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 2: Dancin' & Dining
In the latest episode of Talon Talk, Cal Fiske (’20), Scott Cotter (’20), and Katie Gergen (’20) discuss homecoming proposals, how far out you should ask your date, and give a top ten ranking of the best foods in the CB cafeteria.
-
Talon Talk Season 3, Episode 1: Hype For The Holy Games
In the first episode of Season 3 of Talon Talk, your hosts Katie Gergen ('20), Maggie Berkley ('20), and Cal Fiske ('20) interview the stars of the football and volleyball teams, Luke Jones (‘20) and Sydney Durana (‘20). We discuss how they feel about past Holy games and what their thoughts are…
more -
Talon Talk Season 2 Finale: Graduation!
Hannah and Isabella dive into the world of graduation as they chat with Class of 2019 salutatorian Nick Kennedy ‘19 and valedictorian Alanna O’Neill ‘19 about their time at CB and to find out what goes into a memorable graduation speech. Then they discuss what really goes into planning graduation...
-
Loretto Wherever You Go: A Talon Talk Special
After a semester of research, Talon Talk’s very own Jack Milliken hosts Loretto Where Ever You Go, a 15 minute documentary podcast on just what happened to Loretto High School when it closed in 2009. Join Jack as he talks to Christian Brothers teachers who transitioned from Loretto, former…
more -
Talon Talk Episode 15: The Return Of Talon Tea! Prom Edition
Talon Tea is back again just in time for Prom season! Hosts Isabella and Hannah talk to seniors and Talon Staffers Elise Ledesma ('19), Gabby Downey ('19), Grace Rapaski ('19), and Nathan Hertzler ('19). They discuss how to prepare for the big night, deal with group drama, and what to do if your...
-
Talon Talk Episode 14: STN 2019 -- Stuntin' In Seattle
On this week’s episode of Talon Talk, Jack is back in the hosting seat, talking to Talon Staff members Nathan Hertzler ('19) and Elise Ledesma ('19) about the annual Student Television Network Competition that took place in Seattle, Washington this year.
-
Talon Talk Episode 13: Flourishing Freshmen
On this episode of Talon Talk, Isabella and Hannah talk to freshmen Cooper Davey (‘22) and Kennedy Cunha (‘22), who reminisce on their first year at CB, including Homecoming, friends, and finals.
-
Talon Talk Episode 12: Laughing With Lep
Isabella and Hannah talk to social studies teacher Mr. Vince Leporini about his imaginative childhood, life as a teacher and “life coach,” and more. Then, Talon Staff Writer Caty Cordano ‘19 talks about her article “Will You Accept This Rose” about CB's obsession with "The Bachelor". All this and...
-
Talon Talk Episode 11: Kickin' It With Kenney
Isabella and Hannah talk to Talon Staff writer Elise Ledesma (‘19) about her article “Senior Year Bucket List.” Then, they explore CB English teacher Ms. Loretta Kenney‘s fun, exciting, and dramatic life, All this and more on this episode of Talon Talk.
-
Talon Talk Episode 10: Celebrating Black History Month
Isabella and Hannah celebrate Black History Month and discuss CB’s Black Student Union with CB's Education Technology Specialist and BSU moderator Ms. Brittany Williams.
-
Talon Talk Season 2.5 -- Coming Soon!
Jack, Isabella, and new co-host Hannah Gruber '19 dish about what to expect on this upcoming season of Talon Talk.
-
Talon Talk Episode 9: Gearin' Up For Finals
Jack and Isabella travel with Hannah Gruber ‘19 to different Sacramento coffee shops to discuss what’s on every students’ mind: Finals. They talk about tips for specific classes, what music to listen to, and many more topics on this week of the Talon Talk.
-
Talon Talk Episode 8: Politics Party
In this episode of Talon Talk, featured hosts Kennedy Earley and Grace Rapaski talk to some of CBs most passionate young politicians: Cece Sidley, Sam Sieler, Sam Copley, and Haley Strack. These four are presented with some relevant issues and express their personal beliefs and voices. All of…
more -
Talon Talk Episode 7: A Very Talon Thanksgiving
This week we have a mini episode of the podcast where our hosts talk about Thanksgiving! We also hear from the rest of the Talon Staff and some special guests about what they are thankful for.
-
Talon Talk Episode 6: Talon Tea
In this week’s episode of Talon Talk, the girls take over and spill some Talon Tea! Isabella and Izzy catch up with Talon writers and CB seniors Sara Littlejohn, Kennedy Earley, Hannah Gruber, and Grace Rapaski. They discuss relationship and dating scenarios and get that tea kettle brewing! All...
-
Talon Talk Episode 5: Music To Our Ears
In this week’s episode of Talon Talk, Jack is flying solo. He talks with Talon Moderator Mr. Anderson ‘07 and Religious Studies Instructor Mr. Elorduy ‘03 about music consumption when they were in high school and the digital download vs. streaming eras. Jack also talks with Talon Staff Writer…
more -
Talon Talk Episode 4: The Priest From The East
In this episode of Talon Talk, our hosts talk to CB Religious Studies Instructor Fr. Frantisek Murin about his life and wild adventures. We dive into his humble roots in Slovakia, his former soccer career, and what it's like living with eight daughters. All this and more on Talon Talk.
-
Talon Talk Episode 3: Streets, Greece, & Beats
In this episode of Talon Talk, Izzy, Jack, and Isabella go in depth Kaleo Mark's ‘19 latest Talon article. “Is Gentrification Taking Over Oak Park?” Izzy talks to Senior Class President Evi Tsiopos ‘19 about her life in Greece before she moved to America. They also dive into their favorite Talon...
-
Talon Talk Episode 2: Theatre Arts & Bicycle Parts
In this episode of Talon Talk, our hosts talk to George Cunningham '40 Performing Arts Center Manager, Tech Factor coordinator, and Theatre Arts teacher Ms. Heather Christianson ‘01 about her journey from being a CB student to CB staff member. This week’s featured Talon writer is Joaquin Romero...
-
Talon Talk Episode 1: Getting To Know the Girls
Welcome to season 2 of Talon Talk! In this episode of Talon Talk, we meet the new co hosts: Izzy de Mattos and Isabella Walsh. Join us as they talk about their expectations when they were entering high school and how those have evolved since then.
-
Talon Talk Episode 9: Jammin’ With Cap
In this episode of Talon Talk, our hosts Jack and Jon talk to Spanish teacher Mr. Tomás Capogreco ‘86 about his experience being an integral of the CB music scene. Check out the links below for info on the artists mentioned on this week’s show. Ross Hammond ‘95: http://www.rosshammond.com/ Justin...
-
Talon Talk Episode 8, Part II: STN Special — Recapping The Convention
After kicking back at the illustrious Gaylord Opryland Resort in beautiful Nashville, TN for the STN Convention, Jack and Jon catch up with two of CB’s award winning video makers Colin McCarley (‘18) and Christian Groen (‘18). With an inside scoop on the stress of the production, good times…
more -
Talon Talk Episode 8, Part I: STN Special — Live From Nashville!
In this special edition of Talon Talk, Jack and Jon are live from Nashville at the Student Television Network Convention, talking to competitors in the two different Crazy 8 competitions: Haley Strack (‘19) for the Broadcast team and Madeleine Molitor (‘18) for the award winning Short Film team.…
more -
Talon Talk Episode 7, Part II: Broadcasting & The Birds
In Part II of the latest edition of CB’s #1 podcast, our hosts Jack Milliken (‘19) and Jon Berkley (‘18) talk to junior Anthony Sweha (‘19) and Mr. Brendan Hogan ‘95 about one of Christian Brothers most illustrious programs: KBFT. This week’s featured Talon writer is the talented Delaney Bird...
-
Talon Talk Episode 7, Part I: Broadcasting & The Birds
In Part I of the latest edition of CB’s #1 podcast, our hosts Jack Milliken (‘19) and Jon Berkley (‘18) talk to junior Anthony Sweha (‘19) and Mr. Brendan Hogan ‘95 about one of Christian Brothers most illustrious programs: KBFT. This week’s featured Talon writer is the talented Delaney Bird…
more
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Talon Talk, hosted by the staff from CBTalon.com. Talon Talk is a podcast that is by the students, for the students. Our hosts focus on bringing outstanding people, stories, and events taking place in the CB community to the spotlight every week. From athletes to musicians, Talon Talk wants to ensure that every Falcon has a chance to share their unique and special story with the world.
HOSTED BY
CB Talon
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Talon Talk have?
Talon Talk currently has 55 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Talon Talk about?
Welcome to Talon Talk, hosted by the staff from CBTalon.com. Talon Talk is a podcast that is by the students, for the students. Our hosts focus on bringing outstanding people, stories, and events taking place in the CB community to the spotlight every week. From athletes to musicians, Talon Talk...
How often does Talon Talk release new episodes?
Talon Talk has 55 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Talon Talk?
You can listen to Talon Talk on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Talon Talk?
Talon Talk is created and hosted by CB Talon.
URL copied to clipboard!