BIGZ Media

This podcast explores all the wonderful and weird that BASIS Guangzhou has to offer. With deep insights into the teaching staff, unlocking of students minds as well as sports updates, story time and much, much more! Get in touch via bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com

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Episodes

Battle of the Boarders - Blue Vs Orange

Good day, Basis Community… your mission… should you decide to accept it, is to listen to this week’s ‘Battle of The Boarders’ podcast. Agent Will Dong from the Blue House will attempt to name twenty-seven items that use electricity, and Agent Leo Xu from the Orange House will try to recall as many reasons to celebrate as he can. Be mindful of a special appearance from Agent Garza. You will be assisted on your mission by special forces agents Doyle and Borg who are serving on their last mission. ...

Jul 01, 2020•28 min

Battle of the Boarders - Green Vs Red

Your podcast vehicle has arrived. Fasten your seatbelts because your drivers today are Ronal Yu and James Kang. They will be traveling with you down the highway of high entertainment, whilst trying to steer clear of losing this week's Battle of the Boarders. Any collisions with wrong answers could result in them facing a long walk back to their houses empty-handed. So park yourself down, take your foot off the gas and find out if the traffic lights turn Red or Green. Get involved at bigz.media@b...

Jul 01, 2020•19 min

Battle of the Boarders - Orange Vs Red

This week's podcast is an absolute belter! The Battle of the Boarders has turned into the Battle of the Shades as Red meets Orange! Tang versus Guan! But who will get to throw shade by the end of the episode, and how old is Mr. Doyle? Surely he's younger than 50? Right? Get involved at bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com

Jun 05, 2020•19 min

Battle of the Boarders - Green Vs Orange

The use of Green as a name of a colour in the English language likely comes from grass and grow and has been around since 700AD. Where as the earliest known use of Orange in the English language as a colour name was to describe Margaret Tudor’s clothing in 1502. But that’s all in past! We’re living in the now! Now is the time for Green vs Orange. Charles vs Crystal. Zhang vs Zhang. That’s right! It’s the battle of the boarders! Get involved at bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com

Jun 03, 2020•20 min

Battle of the Boarders - Blue Vs Green

We asked fifty grade one students “what’s your favorite podcast?” Top answer: The Battle of The Boarders! Yes, it’s back with a bang! Sophia Cao from the Green house and Grace Lee from the Blue house go head to head. For best results, they’ll need a dash of wit, a sprinkle of animal knowledge, a spoonful of patience, and a full bag of brainpower. If they’re able to carry this recipe out to perfection then they’ll be chomping down on a delicious house point with a Twix on the side. If you'd like ...

May 21, 2020•18 min

Battle of the Boarders - Blue Vs Red

The BIGZ podcast team are back, and this time it's personal! Introducing the brand new series 'Battle of the Boarders,' where students represent their boarding houses in a variety of challenging games. The first head to head sees Richie Cao of the Blue House take on Doris Wu of the Red House. But who will skip back to their dorm with pride, house points and a Twix and who will be shuffling back to their room with their head hanging low?If you want to find out, then put your feet up and press pla...

May 11, 2020•19 min

Employees Must Wash Hands - Mr. Simon

This is the final episode in the "Employees Must Wash Hands Before Returning To Work" podcast! And it is an amazing way to end the series. This week's guest is Mr. Simon Cai, a boarding parent here at BASIS Guangzhou. The students are coming back this week and it's Simon's job to make sure everything goes smoothly. He explains to Zak and Dan what plans are in place. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch you can reach us at: bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com Follow us on Apple...

May 01, 2020•33 min

Employees Must Wash Hands - Mrs. Cochran

Is she a ninja? Is she a language and literature teacher? Is she a writer? Well, she's all of these things and she's got one of the greatest laughs you will ever hear. This week's guest on the podcast is Mrs. Jasmine Cochran. A wonderfully talented English teacher here at BASIS Guangzhou. Some have said that this is the greatest episode, but do you agree? Let us know! If you have any questions or would like to get in touch you can reach us at: bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com Follow us on App...

May 01, 2020•32 min

Employees Must Wash Hands - Mr. Chan

The most well-dressed member of staff on campus enters the recording studio this week. The model professional and super resourceful Mr. Chan chats about all things BASIS and Dan and Zak become more acquainted with this charming chap. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch you can reach us at: bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com Follow us on Apple, Google and Spotify podcasts. Listen and share via Ximalaya and WeChat. And remember to wash your hands!

Apr 28, 2020•30 min

Employees Must Wash Hands - Ms. Oshida

Described by many as 'too cool for school,' this week's very special guest is Ms. Macara Oshida. She tells Dan and Zak about how she's been keeping fit and how much she misses her lovely students. Our next guest is the BASIS bridge, Mr. Chan! If you have any questions or would like to get in touch you can reach us at: bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com Follow us on Apple, Google and Spotify podcasts. Listen and share via Ximalaya and WeChat. And remember to wash your hands!...

Apr 23, 2020•30 min

Employees Must Wash Hands - Mr. Stanhill

This week the wonderfully intellectual Sean Stanhill occupies the hot seat. He opens up to Dan and Zak about missing his family and piles on the praise for his hard working students but can he beat Mr. Shorbe's game record of 4 points? Next week's guest is English teacher Ms. Macara Oshida! If you have any questions or would like to get in touch you can reach us at: bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com Follow us on Apple, Google and Spotify podcasts. Listen and share via Ximalaya and WeChat. And ...

Apr 07, 2020•30 min

Employees Must Wash Hands - Mr. Shorbe

Did Mr. Shorbe bring his trusty notebook? We find out! We also discuss his thoughts on the online learning model, how he's coping with isolation and how he makes his favorite sandwich. Next week's guest is English teacher Mr. Sean Stanhill! If you have any questions or would like to get in touch you can reach us at: bigz.media@basisinternationalgz.com Follow us on Apple, Google and Spotify podcasts. Listen and share via Ximalaya and WeChat. And remember to wash your hands!...

Mar 12, 2020•30 min

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