The Created for Greatness Podcast

STRIVE Initiative
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Society & Culture
  • Updated Weekly

This podcast is recorded at Pottstown Middle School in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative. Join us every week as our students explore their hopes, dreams, and passions in episodes that were created entirely by them.

  1. Mar 16

    The Created For Greatness Podcast: Interview with DJ Charles

    In this video, two STRIVE Initiative students discuss activities and skills within the DJing and Podcasting programs.

    The Created For Greatness Podcast: Interview with DJ Charles

  2. Mar 10

    The Created For Greatness Podcast - Pottstown High School Students Discuss The CTE Program

    In this episode of The Created for Greatness Podcast, four students from the CTE program at Pottstown High School share their personal experiences in the program. They discuss how the program has helped them gain valuable hands-on training, explore career paths, and build real-world skills while still in high school. Tune in to hear how these students are preparing for their futures and taking meaningful steps toward their careers.

    The Created For Greatness Podcast - Pottstown High School Students Discuss The CTE Program

  3. Mar 10

    The Created for Greatness Podcast - Judging, First Impressions and Misconceptions

    A STRIVE Initiative student talks about judging, being judged, first impressions, and the misconceptions that stay with you after first interactions.

    The Created for Greatness Podcast - Judging, First Impressions and Misconceptions

  4. Mar 5

    The Created for Greatness Podcast - A Day in the Life of a Created for Greatness Podcaster

    In this episode, two students from The STRIVE Initiative talk about how it is to be a "Created for Greatness" Podcaster.

    The Created for Greatness Podcast - A Day in the Life of a Created for Greatness Podcaster

  5. 09/16/2025

    Pottstown Play Streets 2025 Summer Wrap-up Conversation

    Episode 36 On August 7th, we wrapped up Pottstown Play Streets in the borough of Pottstown. During the Summer, the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department and Pottstown Regional Community Foundation, formerly known as, Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation puts on a block party called "Play Streets". These neighborhood block parties are resourceful and tons of fun for the entire family. Our last Play Streets podcast conversation was located on Prince St. (Bright Hope Community). Check out the final episode, where STRIVE students interview community members on what Play Streets and community means to them!           ----------------- Produced and edited by David Charles and Duncan DeVore II Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative  https://www.pottstownschools.org/ https://striveinitiative.org/   If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available opportunities below. https://striveinitiative.org/how-to-help/

  6. 08/13/2025

    The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania

    Episode 35 We are joined today by Dr. Matthew George Washington. He is assistant professor of history at Prairie View A&M University and author of "The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania". As a three part podcast series, Dakota and Noel interview Dr. Washington for round three to talk about the history of civil rights in Pottstown, and the surprisingly significant role that our borough played in the struggle for equality.    ----------------- Produced and edited by David Charles and Mikki Gatto Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative  https://www.pottstownschools.org/ https://striveinitiative.org/   If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available opportunities below. https://striveinitiative.org/how-to-help/

  7. 07/03/2025

    "The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania"

    Episode 34 We are joined today by Dr. Matthew George Washington. He is assistant professor of history at Prairie View A&M University and author of "The Jim Crow North: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Pottstown, Pennsylvania". As a three part podcast series, Dakota and Noel interview Dr. Washington for round two to talk about the history of civil rights in Pottstown, and the surprisingly significant role that our borough played in the struggle for equality.    ----------------- Produced and edited by David Charles and Mikki Gatto Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative  https://www.pottstownschools.org/ https://striveinitiative.org/   If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available opportunities below. https://striveinitiative.org/how-to-help/

  8. 06/10/2025

    Pottstown Play Streets 2025 Summer Kickoff Conversation

    Episode 33 This Thursday, we kickoff Play Streets in the borough of Pottstown. During the Summer, the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department and Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation puts on a block party called "Play Streets". See Play Streets summer schedule below:   Schedule:    June 12: Cherry St. Park   June 26: Prince St. (Bright Hope)   July 10: Chestnut St. Park   July 24: Washington/West Park   July 31: Spruce St. Park   Rain Date:   August 7: TBD   ----------------- Produced and edited by David Charles and Mikki Gatto Created in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative  https://www.pottstownschools.org/ https://striveinitiative.org/   If you would like to get involved with our mentorship program, check out the available opportunities below. https://striveinitiative.org/how-to-help/

See All (40)

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
2 Ratings

About

This podcast is recorded at Pottstown Middle School in partnership with the Pottstown School District and the STRIVE Initiative. Join us every week as our students explore their hopes, dreams, and passions in episodes that were created entirely by them.

Information