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The Warrior Way Podcast

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Bringing you weekly Washington Warrior content. Each episode will feature a special guest who will provide their take on what it truly means to live life... The Warrior Way.
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Episode 51: Ali Terhorst

Quincidence Day is this Sunday, so we bring Ali Terhorst on talk about it. No Mount Rushmore!

Mar 09, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 11

Episode 50: Steve Van Bockern

On today's podcast, a former teacher and school principal, Dr. Steve Van Bockern is an eminent academic known for reaching out to the community. Van Bockern and his colleagues pioneered the incorporation of Indigenous perspectives and wisdoms with contemporary psychological research. He is renowned for his work with at-risk youth as well as with gifted children. In 1990, Van Bockern co-authored the book Reclaiming Youth at Risk: Our Hope for the Future , which has had a worldwide impact on educa...

Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 50

Ep. 39 - Dave Dancler

This week we catch up with the Head Boys Soccer Coach Dave Dancler. As Coach Dancler will say... he's been coaching "a few days" and brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to the show while displaying how he creates a sense of belonging for students/athletes from numerous countries around the world.

Nov 18, 2021•42 min•Season 3Ep. 5

Ep. 38 - Nate Malchow

This week's episode features WHS Activities Director and former State Champion Girls Basketball Coach Nate Malchow. Coach Malchow sits down with us to talk about his sports-driven upbringing in Aberdeen, SD, memories and mentors throughout his coaching experiences, as well as his battle after a Lymphoma diagnosis in 2018. We round out the episode by drafting our Top 5 Sports Movie Coaches.

Nov 18, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 4

Ep. 37 - Carla Middlen

Former Washington High School Principal and long-time educator Carla Middlen comes on the show to tell the story behind what it took to save the "Warrior" name. Carla played a crucial role in gathering the blessing of tribal members, and coordinated and created what we now call our Circle of Courage. Carla displays her love and passion for WHS after voicing what it's like having her children as well has her grandchildren wear the orange and black.

Oct 21, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 3

Ep.36 - King Angok Akot & Queen Ellie Walker

This week we caught up with the 2021 WHS Homecoming King and Queen Angok Akot & Ellie Walker. These two individuals are outstanding Warriors who truly represent the Circle of Courage, and all of its pillars. Angok and Ellie have been people who make others feel welcome, and are always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. We learn about each of their travels before landing at WHS, as well as some of their favorite memories they've made in their time as a Warrior.

Oct 07, 2021•39 min•Season 3Ep. 2

Ep. 35 - CHEERS TO SEASON 3

We have officially made it to a third season! Grant and I wanted to make sure to use this episode to kick out a couple of podcast announcements, as well as give some life updates for each of us. We are looking forward to having some great guests on the show, and bring you stories of how they live life The Warrior Way.

Sep 23, 2021•28 min•Season 3Ep. 1

Ep. 34 - Faux Washington Fans Twitter Reveal

This week we did a LIVE reveal with the creators of the Faux Washington Fans Twitter account. This account has been notorious on Twitter the past 3 years being live at WHS sporting events, with only a couple people knowing their identity. Their account is coming to an end, and you're in for a BIG surprise as to who runs the account. I know they sure surprised me... hear it now!

May 25, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 20

Ep. 33 - Steve Sivertson

This week I caught up with longtime teacher and Spirit of WHS Award Winner Steve Sivertson. Steve has been an instramental part of our WHS culture, and we will be sad to see him retire at the conclusion of this school year. Steve has taught many groups of students, but found his passion teaching our ELL population. Steve has also worked at many activities in the Metro Area, and has witnessed many great sports moments as you'll hear. We round it out by drafting our Top 5 MLB Ballparks to watch a ...

May 20, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 19

Ep. 32 - Jeff Herbert

This we caught up with a man that many call "Mr. Washington"... 1974 WHS Grad Jeff Herbert. This was a very special episode as we got to record with Jeff at the Washington Pavillion, in a classroom that may have looked a lot like the one he sat in when he attended. Jeff talks about his family ties to the building, the memories that he holds on to dearly, and how his education shaped him into the man he continues to be today.

May 13, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 18

Roundball Recap Ep. 3 - Eden Hullinger and Brielle Biteler

We caught up this week with Seniors Eden Hullinger and Brielle Biteler as our third episode of the Roundball Recap. We talked about the feeling of having 15 days left of high school, high and low points of our basketball season, and all the thrills of winning a State Championship.

May 06, 2021•25 min•Season 2Ep. 17

Ep. 31 - Head Football Coach Ryan Evans

This week, WHS English Teacher and Head Football Coach Ryan Evans joins the show to talk about his journey that has led him to WHS. Starting off in a small town and now taking over a big football program here at WHS. Evans talks about his most important pillars to his program, along with how they navigated this past season. We cap it off by drafting out Top 5 Major Sporting Events to attend.

Apr 29, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 16

Ep. 30 - Mapenzi Bukuru and Luis Perez Perez

WHS Sophomore Mapenzi Bukuru and Junior Luis Perez Perez join the show this week. Coming from far different parts of the world, they learn under one roof at WHS, and they have a couple incredible stories to tell. Mapenzi grew up in Africa, while Luis in Guatemala, and they are both new to the English language. They did a great job of sharing why they love WHS, and really represent what WHS is all about.

Apr 22, 2021•33 min•Season 2Ep. 15

Ep. 29 - Tim Reck

Good friend of ours Tim Reck joins the show this week. Tim is a longtime coach who has been at both Roosevelt and Washington and just recently accepted the job to become the first ever Head BBB Coach at Jefferson High School. Tim shares some of his best memories of his time at WHS, and how he made it a point to make sure each person he coaches feel valued and respected.

Apr 15, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 14

Ep. 28 - Roberta Bennett

This week i'm joined by my good friend Roberta Bennett. Roberta is the Success Coordinator at WHS who works with our most at-risk population of students. Roberta is a graduate of WHS and has a passion and a heart for people, as you'll hear in this episode. She's also an avid golfer, so we cap off our conversation with our Top 5 people we'd like to play a round of golf with.

Apr 08, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 13

Ep. 27 - Jeff Spencer and Molly Adams

This week we welcome the Director of Choral Activities Jeff Spencer and WHS Senior Molly Adams to discuss the WHS Choir program in great length. We talk about the family atmosphere it provides as well as how it makes students of all ability levels feel engaged and involved. We wrap up this weeks' episode by drafting our Top 5 National Anthem Performances.

Apr 01, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 12

Ep. 26 - Tahj Two Bulls

WHS Senior Tahj Two Bulls joins the show this week fresh off the conclusion of basketball season. Tahj landed at WHS as a sophomore as he transferred from Lower Brule, and has really found a way to make an impact. As you'll hear, Tahj is reserved and thoughtful with his words, but he tells a great story about his journey up to this point in his life.

Mar 25, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 12

Ep. 25 - GBB Head Coach Jamie Parish

Coach Parish joins the show fresh off the WHS GBB 2020-21 State Championship this past weekend. We talk about the season as a whole, and even take it back to when the 2019-20 season got shut down right before the state tournament. We spend a majority of our time reflecting on this past weekend, and getting each others thoughts on certain moments throughout. We round out the episode by drafting our Top 5 Pump-up Songs!

Mar 18, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 11
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