Edwardsville High School Tiger Talk Podcast Network

10/09/2025

Tiger Spotlight Season 4, Episode 6 - LIVE @ Taste on Trace

Tune in as we go LIVE at the first annual Taste on Trace, hosted by our lovely sponsor Hi-Pointe Burger, featuring local businesses located at the Trace here in Edwardsville. We take a moment to chat with several local business owners to promote their goods, along with an exclusive interview with local band, Merge V, and a chat with our favorite Edwardsville mayor, Art Risavy.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1jNtRMcxG6mqe5QwZZSjhh?si=hdgnwGIGS5mT4Bj0-ummsw

10/05/2025

Tiger Spotlight went LIVE @ Taste on Trace tonight with one of our network sponsors, Hi-Pointe Burger, and many other wonderful Trace businesses! We got to catch up with local band Merge V and snagged an interview with Mayor Art Risavy.

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10/02/2025

Tiger Spotlight – Season 4, Episode 5 – All About Fall

Fall into our lively discussion with Tiger Spotlight podcasters Antonella DeAvila, Olivia Wolz, Maggie Hertz, and Kwinten Johnson as we chat about our upcoming season: FALL. From annual traditions to fashion to favorite fall recipes and more, you won’t want to miss this banter amongst our tigers as they candidly discuss the spooky, chilly months ahead.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vX4bBou0t9C0AjetcjJ2H?si=VPYQb3fvQVOafP_F0JIuxw

09/26/2025

Tiger Spotlight – Season 4, Episode 2 with Vivian Schroeder featuring Escher Cothran

As we welcome in the new school year, we also welcome new faces. While we Tigers come from far and wide, some come from further than others. Today, we hear from Escher Cothran, a student who started in the states, continued in Japan, and will finish out his education here in Illinois! We get to understand an outside perspective of our politics, environment and favorite classes across EHS! Tune in to hear all about what it's like to be a new Tiger this year.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fu8gerMnAxZRth0wiMYHl?si=wrLORsTfTZCXsCSM2a-dVg

09/23/2025

Tiger Spotlight – Season 4, Episode 1 - LIVE @ Lunch

We’re back on the prowl, Tigers! Welcome to a brand spankin’ new school year – with exciting news students, building improvements, and believe it or not – new bathrooms. Tune in as we reconnect with our favorite Tigers during lunch to ask some questions you want to hear about and some questions that are solely for your own entertainment. Turn it up this year, Tigers! May this be the best. year. ever.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2zF91RgN6Z5zg7USPrZCHq?si=SbYG2gVOQuOab5TPSeqU0Q

09/18/2025

Tiger Spotlight – Season 4, Episode 3 with Culinary Club Sponsor Mrs. Sally Barkus and President Kailey Kochan

Check out our latest episode with our expert chefs from one of the newest clubs at EHS – Culinary Club! They are cooking up some great recipes for success with their plans this year as they recruit students who share a love for creating cuisine! From interesting ingredients to charity casseroles, they are crafting a love for the kitchen while also giving back to our Tiger community. They get a *chef’s kiss* from us and will leave you craving more!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0pLtMfyTcezDeEjemWUIuW?si=H3_I9RpQT1ycjoKjd2fWRw

09/15/2025

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The Edwardsville High School Tiger Talk Podcast Network received a $1,500 grant through the Illinois Press Foundation and Illinois Farm Bureau, which was used towards a custom-build, professional podcasting desk for their recording studio.

The grant was presented to the podcasting students by Mr. Jeff Rogers, Executive Director of the Illinois Press Foundation and Capitol News Illinois, and Ms. Emma Brown, representative of the Madison County Farm Bureau. The custom-build desk was designed and built by a local craftsman, Mr. Adam Wessel. The students welcomed the new feature to their recording studio to elevate and enhance the function and professionalism of their podcast production as they kick off a new season.

Sponsored by Mrs. Nicole Pontious and Mr. Dave Lipe, the EHS Tiger Talk Podcast Network produces two mainstream productions: The Jungle - The Official Sports Podcast of Edwardsville High School and Tiger Spotlight – A Podcast Highlighting our Tiger Community. Check out both podcasts on Spotify and/or by using the links below:

Tiger Spotlight: https://open.spotify.com/show/1vEpTPQrYMQ52B6J6vgBx7?si=BTPdG67KQiu24Q_b4_9cQA
The Jungle: https://open.spotify.com/show/3d4NfKYBoCElGYiA2dVuo9?si=HfZeitAlRDC_CVuXi68yPg

09/15/2025

Tiger Spotlight – Season 4, Episode 2 with Kwinten Johnson and Valarie Stafford featuring Mrs. Voegele

The time has come, Tigers! We are kicking off SEASON 4 with the one, the only… Mrs. Voegele!
Not only is Mrs. Voegele an ageless wonder, she is also a vast wealth of information, knowledge, and experience. She is an OG Tiger – one who has seen it all and has the memory of a talented dolphin. As a teacher, students appreciate her love for literature and grammar and her witty sense of humor. When you can’t find Mrs. Voegele in her classroom, you will find her at the bowling ally, coaching our bowlers to exciting, pin-dropping victories. Tune in to one of our favorites and discover what drives her love for teaching and for her students.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6SZniyd8PnVs7w5v4KnrwL?si=TRNmfmymQWWcy-snA1hDaA

06/29/2025

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05/27/2025

Season 3, Episode 30 with Margaret Stacy featuring Mr. Jeff Gall

After 31 years of teaching at Edwardsville High School, Mr. Jeff Gall shares about his life, career in education, and his plans for the future. Mr. Gall has a history of teaching a variety of Social Science classes over the years and has always prioritized making history relatable and interesting for his students. We appreciate his dedication to our tigers and wish him the very best in his retirement era! We will miss you, Mr. Gall!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wxNuAaPSFPanLW2ZR9vFl?si=vbtqpsivQ_CfBuMl5SbYmA

05/27/2025

Season 3, Episode 31 with Margaret Stacy featuring Senora Ana Harris

Join us as we say ADIOS to our beloved Senora Harris after years of experience teaching Spanish to our bilingual Tigers. Not only does Mrs. Harris love teaching, but her passion for learning has always guided her in her career in education. She explains the significance and value of knowing an additional language and how it can benefit students in many different ways. Tune in to learn about our favorite Spanish-speaking retiree and her plans for life after EHS. We will miss you, Senora Harris!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/36DROkm2AKOqs7If4rdSdZ?si=Ed7tD8KUSWKAY4Kf_-Dkpw

05/01/2025

Tiger Spotlight – Season 3, Episode 28 with Maggie Hertz featuring Watershed Nature Preserve Foundation President Carmen Sledge and junior members Maeve Durkee and Blake Chrenka

We sit down with Mother Nature’s nurturers to chat about our local favorite place and it is a breath of fresh air. Our local Watershed Nature Preserve wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of these fine folks and their hard work to preserve and maintain this beautiful area in our town. Tune in and listen how you can continue to support our spectacular space through their upcoming events and efforts!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QsHsKH5XwbnxNKjGS24gK?si=Qgbhz8B5RMCjG9r23eNX4Q