The Impact Pod

On this episode, we're back from spring break and the crew shares everything they did over the break. Emy interviews Gmix and we get to the bottom of this question: Is Party City really closed? Also, Ximena shares how her dad went viral on social media. Enjoy!

On this episode, we are joined by Chris, Josiah, Jonas, Alex and Gabriel as we catch up on weekend plans. We also talk about upcoming movies and our current favorites. Enjoy!

On this episode, Ms. Nicole joins the crew as we catch up with our members. We also talk about social media drama and we talk about our spring break plans. Enjoy!   Music Recommendations: Kathy: Kendrick Lamar, Drake- Poetic Justice Emily: Mazzy Star: Fade Into You Ms. Nicolle: sombr- Homewrecker TV Recommendations:  Ximena: Yellowjackets(Netflix)

On this episode, the crew gets together to share some of their recent accomplishments, we get a couple of song recs and we talk about the origins of St. Patricks Day. Enjoy!   Songs: Gmix: Eurythmics- Sweet Dreams Xavier: Don Toliver- K9(feat. SahBabii) Emily: Daniel Caesar- Loose Jeffren: Malcom Todd- Breathe Kyra: Dijon- Skin

On this episode, we catch up with our members, find out what they did over the weekend and why Impact Center doesn't feel the same anymore. The members also reminisce on what it was like last summer as well as how they all started talking, Jeffren has rizz and we talk about our cultures. Enjoy!

On this episode, Jonas takes over hosting and takes the crew on a wild ride of questions. Enjoy!

On this episode, we talk about upcoming plans for our 4-day weekend. The crew also recaps their field trip to Northern Illinois University and we talk a little about the protest. Topic of the day: Health Relationships. Enjoy!

On this episode, the crew shares how their weekend went and their experience watching Super Bowl LX. Kathy has a story time about how her drink went missing and also shares with us her experience winning Youth of the Year. Enjoy!

In this episode, we ask our member to share something about themselves that people wouldn't easily guess. Also, we ask our members to share red and green flags of their partners. Enjoy...

On this episode, Xavier tells us how he got grounded over the weekend. We also talk about the Super Volcano theory and ask our members what the world will look like in the future. IG story songs this week: Gmix: Bad Bunny- Baile Inolvidable Xavier: Don Toliver- E85 Joel: Bryson Tiller- Self Righteous   Enjoy!

On this episode, we ask the crew to share what emoji they would pick to show how their week is going. We also congratulate Impact Pods' very own Katherine for winning 2026 Youth of the Year, Producer Jeffren talks to us about his "baby boo" and: how long should a talking phase be? We also talk about our excitement of the upcoming Super Bowl half time show and we ask the crew what keeps them motivitated to do their school work and get good grades. Enjoy!

On this episode we ask the crew what they did on the e-learning day and over the weekend. We also ask members: If they could travel back in time to witness any historical event, which would it be and why? Enjoy...

On this episode, we're back after MLK Jr. weekend and the crew shares what They did over the long weekend. We also talk about to shows and animes we are currently watching. During the recording of this episode, we get interrupted by District 300's notice of a Winter Weather watch and we have a tornado drill. Our members also share what song they are adding to their story this week, enjoy: G-Mix: Pharrell- Happy Ethan: 50 Cent, Jeremih, Lil Durk- Power Powder Respect Joel: The Weeknd- All I Know Ximena: Daniel Caesar- Loose Kyra: ASAP Rocky- Don't Be Dumb(album) Patrick: Malcom Todd- Earings Producer Jeffren: Malcom Todd- Make Me a Better Man Emily: Mac Miller, Bilal- Congratuations

On this episode, we talk about Leo's HoneyBun incident. We also ask the crew what song would they play on there story this week. We also talk about the places we've traveled to recently and Zoe talks to us about how her quinceañera planning is going. Enjoy!

On this episode we ask the crew to come up with 2 truths and a new years resolution. We also ask our members questions to strengthen our confidence in our own abilities and value. Enjoy!

On this episode we will be talking about the social media ban currently happening in Australia. We also dive into some conspiracy theories and provide our opinions on those. Enjoy!

On this episode, we record our first podcast of the new year. Join us as we recap our holiday break, new years and see how friendsmas went. Enjoy!

On this episode, we have the Yapatrons as our special guests. The Yapatrons is the podcast for CMS and they join us in the sound lab as they get to know some of the Impact Pod members. We get to know some of the Yapatrons and we spin the wheel for some fun. Enjoy!

On this episode, we talk to the Impact Pod about drugs, vapes and alcohol. We ask members to share personal experiences and ask them why has vaping become so popular. We also talk about consequences of teen drinking and cover the dangers of drug use and abuse. 

On this pisode, we talk about our week off from school/work, Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving dinner. We also solved some riddles, and used our imagination to answer a few questions as part of our Podcast Starter questions segment. Enjoy!

On this episode, we ask the crew what they're most thankful for and talk their Thanksgiving plans. We also spin the wheel of topics, and: how long does it take to get a game of imposter started. Sit back and enjoy!

On this episode, Jonas and Juan join us to talk about the play Jonas was in, the concert Juan has coming up and our plans for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Enjoy!

On this episode, the crew recaps their Halloween weekend and we talk about Thanksgiving traditions. We also talk about our favorite Thanksgiving dishes and what we wear to dinner. Enjoy!

On this episode, we ask our members a few introspective questions to get members to explore within and spark their natural inquisitiveness. Enjoy!

On this episode, we explore the hispanic tradition of Dia de Muertos, how it differs from Halloween and how we are celebrating it currently. Enjoy!

On this episode, we catch up with how school is going and some not so pleasant teachers. We also talk about some pop-culture current events, school lunch and our weekend plans. Enjoy!

On this episode we're joined by Juan, Yulisa & Henry join us for our first starter question episode. Because it's Halloween week, we asked them if they would rather spend the night in a haunted house or a creepyforest. We also ask them a few questions to spark their curiosity. Enjoy!

On this episode, we talk about spooky follow ups. We also ask our members our scariest situations, scary movies, and Ximena tells us about her sleepwalking adventures. Enjoy!

On this episode, we are live on sight at the Tennies and Ties Gala for the Boys and Girls Club of the Northwest Suburbs. Join us as we sit down and interview some of the guests, try some of the food and spin the wheel of topics at this wonderful Gala. Enjoy!

On this episode, we talk about a ICE agents being in the neighborhood surrounding Dundee Crown and how our members feel about it. Also, find out how close some of our members are, and: what's a deriod? Tune in!

On this Episode, we get a little scary. Catch up with us as we share some of our most creepiest personal stories. Enjoy, and beware...

On this episode, the Impact pod crew made Walking tacos and want to share it with you! Join us as the drama never seems to end here and the tea never gets cold. We're yapping and ASMR'ing, enjoy!

On this episode Katherin, Leo, Xavier, Jasmin, Stefanie, Jordiel, Jeffren, Emily and Ximena join us as we get into some of the drama happening in the friend group. Also, Xavier and Leo share their experience at HOCO and we give some dating advice. Grab your popcorn, sit back and enjoy the show!

In this episode Ethan, Xavier, Emily, Leo, Ximena, and Kathy discuss the results of the 1st ever Impact Center volleyball tournament. Also, Ethan has a dilemma. Who should he ask out to HOCO, and (most important), how should he ask? Grab your popcorn and get ready for the tea!

On this episode Katherin has a story time for us. We also catch up with some of our members and they talk to us about their current relationships. This is a long one so buckle up and enjoy!

On this Episode Stefanie, Ethan, Xavier, Jeffren, Leo, Katherin, Emily and Ximena join us and share what's been going on in their lives. Emily goes on a date, Katherin gets grounded and Stefanie crashes out at work. Enjoy!

Welcome back Coraliss! On this episode we catch up with Coralis and what she's been doing after graduating from high school. We also talk about scary movies based on real life events.

In this episode Emily, Xavier, Leo, Jeffren, Katherin, Bradley and Ethan discuss the upcoming Volleyball tournament being held here at the Impact Center. The crew also find out the definition of a culture vulture and we get to the bottom of who won last years rap battle.

On this episode we catch up with Leo, Xavier, Ethan, Emily, Jimmy, Jordiel, Ximena and Katherine and see how they did on the first week of school. Katherine shares an experience she had at the gym and then eplains how the group chat imploded.

On this episode we get to talk to members Emily, Lily, Ingrid and Malaika. We catch up on summer activities and talk about goals for this school year. We also talk about what we're currently watching on TV.

On this episode Ethan, Katherin, Ximena, Emily, Xavier and Jordiel get to know a new member to the Impact Center and we talk about some relationship issues and song lyrics.

It's the start of the school year for our Dundee Crown students! On this episode we talk to Kathy, Ximena, Emily, Jordiel, Xavier and Ethan as they each give their take on the first day of school. 

On this episode we talk about St Patrick's day weekend and what a few of our members have going on later this month.

In this Very Special Episode, Members Adrian C and Michael S record a podcast offsite at the Denim and Diamonds Gala fundraiser for the new Impact Center. Adrian and Michael chat with some of the guests at the Gala and play our wheel of trivia game.

On this episode we catch up with some of our Impact center members and talk about the California wildfires.

In this episode, we talk about our favorite scary movies and some of the paranormal things we've experienced. 

In the episode, we catch up with some of our members. Zurely tells us about her vacation in Georgia and we also discuss things that are happening in the world.

In this episode we review the Super Bowl and give our takes on the Halftime Show.