The Beacon Broadcast

NHHS Beacon

The Beacon Broadcast is the student podcast of Newport Harbor High School, serving the communities of Costa Mesa and Newport Beach, CA. nhhsbeacon.substack.com

  1. 06/05/2025

    Julie Karjala

    In this episode of the Beacon Broadcast, senior Matthew Taur interviews Ms. Karjala about her AP Environmental Science course and how to think about caring for the natural world. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    15 min
  2. The Voice: Janice Sykes

    11/25/2024

    The Voice: Janice Sykes

    In this week’s episode of the Beacon Broadcast, Aidan Bowers sits down with Dr. Janice Sykes, who teaches Comp-Lit 2 and Drama 1 at Newport Harbor. She also discusses her work as a voice actor and college professor. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    9 min

  3. 11/15/2024

    Hoops & Homework: Tony Zeddies

    In this week’s episode of the Beacon Broadcast, Aidan Bowers sits down with Mr. Zeddies, who teaches Comp-Lit 1 and AP Language and is the new head coach of the Varsity Girls Basketball team. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    11 min

  4. 11/04/2024

    The Gov Guy: Josh Lee

    The Beacon Broadcast is back! For our first episode this year, the Beacon’s Matthew Taur talks with AP Government teacher and baseball coach Josh Lee. Rather listen on Apple Podcasts? Click here to listen and subscribe! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    12 min

  5. 04/05/2024

    Cooking & Competing

    In this week’s episode of the Beacon Broadcast, Nick and Jack interview senior Wyatt Tankersley about some of the highlights of his time at Newport Harbor. Press play to hear about his time in culinary, track, and football. Hosted by: Nick D’Elia & Jack Alvino Edited by: Sage Taddeo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    10 min

  6. 03/18/2024

    A Tree Falls

    In this week’s episode of the Beacon Broadcast, we check in with four members of the Beacon staff about their perspectives on the eucalyptus tree that toppled near the Tommy Tar statue last Thursday amid high-intensity winds. Two students sustained minor cuts from a broken classroom window, but otherwise no one was hurt. School administration partnered with district officials and local authorities to remove the tree from campus, and efforts are now under way to ensure the safety of all NMUSD campuses. Hosted by: Nick D’Elia, Sonny McBride, and Sage Taddeo Edited by: Sage Taddeo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    7 min

  7. 03/12/2024

    The Lunch Landscape

    In this episode of the Beacon Broadcast, the gang discusses the best (and worst) restaurants that are close enough to Newport Harbor for students to make it there and back during lunch. Listen in to get the lay of the land and plan your next lunchtime outing. Hosted by: Jack Alvino, Brook Burkhart, Nick D’Elia, Sonny McBride, and Sage Taddeo Edited by: Sage Taddeo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    12 min

  8. 02/08/2024

    Stages, Mats, and Ambulances

    In this week’s episode of the Beacon Broadcast, senior Ryan Agzour reflects on the programs he’s participated in during his time at Newport Harbor. Hear about his trip to New York with choir, his formative experiences on the wrestling team, and his ride-alongs with EMTs. Hosted by: Jack Alvino & Nick D’Elia Edited by: Sage Taddeo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nhhsbeacon.substack.com

    20 min
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The Beacon Broadcast is the student podcast of Newport Harbor High School, serving the communities of Costa Mesa and Newport Beach, CA. nhhsbeacon.substack.com

Information

  • Creator
    NHHS Beacon
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © NHHS Beacon
  • Show Website
    The Beacon Broadcast