The People Around Us
The People Around Us
Ella R
Everyone has a story. From your friends and your teachers to your family and acquaintances, there's always something about them that you'll never know unless you ask. The People Around Us podcast hosted by Ella aims to do just that by building better connections with the people around her, while hopefully being a little funny. Hopefully.
The Importance of Diversity Club, Toni Morrison, and Social Media w/ Zahra Hassan
In this episode, I interviewed Zahra Hassan about being President of the Diversity Club in our high school. We talk about the origins, necessity, and benefits of having a club like this, and we also discuss bias in the media, news sources on social media, and the differences between famous celebrities and famous tiktokers. Tune in for an important conversation and, towards the end, a more casual conversation about the internet and Zahra’s favorite show. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepeoplearounduspod/message
Mar 19, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Embarrassing Middle School and First Job Stories w/ Paige Tangney and Kate Clark
In this episode, Paige Tangney and Kate Clark tell me about every embarrassing moment they’ve ever had, their biggest weaknesses, moths, bagels, and the yoga pants vs flared leggings debate. If you’re looking for over an hour of hilarious company, you’ve found it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepeoplearounduspod/message
Mar 5, 2021
1 hr 11 min
Filmmaking, The MCU, and Band Camp w/ Aiden Rodgers
In this episode, Aiden Rodgers, a sophomore, drops a lot of knowledge about shooting a music video and many random marvel hot takes. We talk about the camaraderie of band kids, the best films of all time, and his adorable dog stories. Listen for over an hour of beautiful chaos! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepeoplearounduspod/message
Feb 26, 2021
1 hr 15 min
Swords, Songwriting, and Sea Shanties w/ Robby Bevacqua
In this episode, I chat with my friend Robby Bevacqua, a fellow senior from my school. We answer incredibly important questions, like does anyone really know who Timothée Chalamet is? What is an Épée? And, who loved sea shanties first: Robby or TikTok? Tune in for a chill, casual episode with a wholesome ending. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepeoplearounduspod/message
Feb 19, 2021
1 hr 7 min
Transcending Time, School in 2020, and Andrew Yang w/ Alaina Crowell
I teamed up with one of my best friends Alaina Crowell to make this very first episode of the podcast. I interviewed her about all her different activities and experiences in high school these past few years, and we had a blast, but we also got a little serious at times. It was incredibly fun and interesting to make, I hope you guys enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thepeoplearounduspod/message
Feb 12, 2021
1 hr 7 min