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Up On Taconic
by WTBR 89.7FM - Pittsfield Community Radio
Explore the world of Taconic High School, from students, staff, programs, and all of the great things that happen on Valentine Road - join Mr. Choquette each episode as he shares with the community what's Up On Taconic!
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Up On Taconic - May 4, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - April 27, 2026
On this week’s special episode the students talk with Audrey Aristeo about her local viral video ‘they’re building a starbucks’. Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - April 20, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - April 13, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - April 6, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - March 30, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up on Taconic - March 23, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up on Taconic - March 16, 2026
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up on Taconic - March 2, 2026
On this week’s episode, the students discuss what they did on February break, look at a media roundup of movies and other topics. ‘Up on Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - February 16, 2026
On this week’s episode the students talk about the upcoming Oscars and their favorite movies of the year. Then there is a discussion on the upcoming Portrait of a Graduate Student Summit. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - February 9, 2026
This evening students from the Multimedia program at the high school talk about how the new quarter is going and other topics related to their day-to-day life at Taconic. ‘Up on Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm during the school year on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - January 26, 2026
On this episodes students from the high school discuss how after school jobs affect their education. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up on Taconic - January 19, 2026
On this week’s episode 10th Grade Multimedia student, Reed has an in depth conversation with Dr. Phillips, Superintendent of Schools in Pittsfield. ‘Up on Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - January 12, 2026
On this episode host Riley and her guests talk about healthcare. ‘Up on Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - December 15, 2025
This week on Up On Taconic, Multimedia student host Julian sits down with Taconic Theatre director Ms. Martin and theatre students Brendan and Braelyn to talk about Big Fish, this year’s highly anticipated spring musical. They share insights into the rehearsal process, what makes this production special, and what audiences can look forward to when the show hits the stage. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the magic of bringing Big Fish to life at Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - December 1, 2025
On this week’s episode Health Tech teacher Tanya Panetti hosts and chats with Health Tech students about a current project. ‘Up
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Up on Taconic - November 24, 2025
On today’s episode they discuss the Boys and Girls Club of the Berkshires. ‘Up on Taconic’ is produced and hosted by students from Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - November 17, 2025 - "Skills USA"
This week, student host Avery sits down with Mr. Thurston, Advanced Manufacturing teacher at Taconic, and Jax, a student in the program. Together, they dive into SkillsUSA—a national organization that hosts local, state, and national competitions where students showcase their technical skills in real, hands-on challenges. Tune in to hear how Advanced Manufacturing students prepare for these events, what the experience is like, and how SkillsUSA helps students build confidence and career readiness.
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Up On Taconic - November 10, 2025
On this week’s episode host Jamie Choquette talks with Berkshire Eagle Columnist Dalton Delan. ‘Up on Taconic’ is produced by students of Taconic High School and can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm.
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Up On Taconic - November 3, 2025 'Hispanic Heritage Month Special'
Join student host Reed Desautels for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation with Ricardo Morales and Maria Dominguez as they celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Together, they explore culture, community, and the importance of representation—right here at Taconic High School in Pittsfield. Tune in for stories, insights, and reflections that highlight the voices shaping our local community.
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Up On Taconic - October 27, 2025 - 'The Truth about CTE: Breaking Myths and Building Futures'
What really makes a Career and Technical Education (CTE) school like Taconic High special? In this episode, Dr. Matt Bishop sits down with CTE Supervisor Marcie Simonds, Assistant Principal Amy Shaw, and Multimedia student Emma Baczek to talk about the real advantages of a CTE education—and to clear up some of the biggest misconceptions about vocational schools. From hands-on learning to college and career readiness, this conversation dives into how CTE programs are shaping the next generation of skilled, creative, and confident professionals.
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Up On Taconic - June 9, 2025
On this week’s show they talk about the culinary arts program at Taconic High School with some students enrolled in the program. ‘Up On Taconic’ is produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - June 2, 2025
This week ‘Up on Taconic’ talks with some senior members of the ‘Thunder Report’ television show. ‘Up on Taconic’ is produced by students from Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - May 26, 2025
On this episode we talk with Coach Capeless about the ‘Movember Club’ at Taconic. ‘Up On Taconic’ is produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - May 19, 2025
On this episode we look inside the Taconic High School Dungeons & Dragons Club. ‘Up on Taconic’ is hosted and produced by students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - May 12, 2025
On today’s program the host talks with Mrs. Thompson, a teacher in the Early Education Department at Taconic, as well as some students in the program. ‘Up On Taconic’ is hosted and produced by students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - April 14, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - April 7, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week some of the students reflect on their favorite concert and music moments.
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Up On Taconic - March 31, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week they look at the Secret Singer competition at the school.
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Up On Taconic - March 24, 2025
Produced and hosted by students at Taconic High School. This week they talk with 9th grade students in the multimedia program.
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Up On Taconic - March 17, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week they talk with students in the carpentry program.
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Up On Taconic - March 10, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School.
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Up on Taconic - March 3, 2025
Hosted and produced by the students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - February 3, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week they talk with Taconic alum Jack Bradway.
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Up On Taconic - January 27, 2025
‘Up On Taconic’ is produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School.
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Up On Taconic - January 13, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week the students look at the best new media of 2025.
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Up On Taconic - January 6, 2025
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. On this week’s episode they talk with Allison Rachele Bayles, Director of Education at the Berkshire Theatre Group.
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Up On Taconic - December 30, 2024
Hosted and produced by students at Taconic High School. This week they discuss their holiday plans.
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Up On Taconic - December 16, 2024
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week they discuss the stress of the holidays and the upcoming holiday break.
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Up On Taconic - December 9, 2024
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up on Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - December 2, 2024
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up on Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - November 25, 2024
Produced and created by students of Taconic High. This week they discuss upcoming Thanksgiving plans. ‘Up On Taconic’ can be heard every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - November 18, 2024
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week they talk about the MCAS.
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Up on Taconic - October 28, 2024
Produced by students of Taconic High School. This week they look ahead to their Halloween night plans.
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Up On Taconic - October 14, 2024
Hosted and produced by students of Taconic High School. This week they discuss BCC’s dual enrollment program.
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Up On Taconic - October 7, 2024
Hosted and produced by students of Taconic High School. ‘Up on Taconic’ airs every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - September 30, 2024
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School. This week they speak with members of the cast of the upcoming Taconic production of ‘Clue’.
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Up On Taconic - September 23, 2024
Hosted and Produced by students of Taconic High School and broadcast every Monday evening at 6pm on WTBR.
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Up On Taconic - September 16, 2024
Hosted and Produced by students of Taconic High School.
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Up on Taconic - May 20, 2024
Produced and hosted by students of Taconic High School.
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Explore the world of Taconic High School, from students, staff, programs, and all of the great things that happen on Valentine Road - join Mr. Choquette each episode as he shares with the community what's Up On Taconic!
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WTBR 89.7FM - Pittsfield Community Radio
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