Episodes
Episodes



Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Season 1: Episode 2
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Start- 1:06 Introduction
1:07-7:40: In our 1st segment, Brad takes us inside the huddle with Normal Community Girls Basketball Coach Dave Feeny as he reveals the program’s culture that is the foundation for the team’s historic record-breaking season!
7:41-30:47: For our second segment, Tim Franz sits down with Dr. Weikle to discuss the upcoming referendum and the impact it has on our students, staff, and community.
30:48-57:08- Our premier segment is a roundtable discussion celebrating Black History Month. Bryan Thomas talks with Black Student Union members and sponsors from Normal West, Normal Community, and Parkside Jr. High School.
Co-Producer- Dayna Brown
Co-Producer- Ed Hafermann
Sound Engineer: Student Carter Brown



Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
Season 1: Episode 1
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
Inside Unit 5's inaugural episode features the positive impact that Those Who Excel nominee, Prairieland's teacher, Mrs. Garneau, has had on her students and school. Also, an in-depth interview highlights the recent accomplishments of Unit 5's unified band members and directors who earned the title of State Champions!
Segment 1 (0:00-8:53)- Get to know the hosts of the show, Bryan Thomas, Bradley Bovenkerk, & Tim Franz as they discuss their educational backgrounds and the purpose of the podcast.
Segment 2 (8:54-14:18)- Head inside Jill Garneau’s classroom at Prairieland Elementary to hear why the Physical Education teacher excels.
Segment 3 (14:19-32:44)- Co-Host Tim Franz interviews the two Normal Unit 5 Band Directors and two student band members about the importance of collaboration and what it was like to win a state championship.
Co-Producers: Dayna Brown & Ed Hafermann

Season: 1 Episode: 1
Segment 1 (0:00-8:53)- Get to know the hosts of the show, Bryan Thomas, Bradley Bovenker, & Tim Franz as they discuss their educational backgrounds and the purpose of the podcast.
Segment 2 (8:54-14:18)- Head inside Jill Garneau’s classroom at Prairieland Elementary to hear why the Physical Education teacher excels.
Segment 3 (14:19-32:44)- Co-Host Tim Franz interviews the two Normal Unit 5 Band Directors and two student band members about the importance of collaboration and what it was like to win a state championship.