This special edition focuses on Take Your Child to Work Day 2024. Several Indian Trail staff members brought their kids with them on Thursday, April 25 and this episode features Maddie Ratkowski, Gabe Reed, Lydia Reed and Jameson Carpino. The kids shared with hosts Xander Martinez & Jayliani Castanuela the best parts of their day.
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Minis on the Mic
Episode 1
April 25, 2024
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About the Contributors
Xander Martinez, Podcast Staff
Xander Martinez (11) is a year away from graduating. I am a part of the podcast staff of Hawk Talk Productions. I create and host the show “Mental Health.” I enjoy having guests on my shows as well.
I also work for Mending Minds Behavioral Health. I have participated in multiple Pucks For Autism Tournaments. I have gone to Notre Dame for one of the tournaments. We played at the Notre Dame Irish Ice Arena. I am currently a goalie for the Warren Blue Devils hockey team. I used to play for the Kenosha Komets and the Vipers.
I am deeply interested in photography and journalism. I would like to be an anchor or photographer for any news station. I would even take photos for parties, weddings, or even for the fun of it. I am a part of the ITTV crew. I have been an anchor for multiple shows. I have loved being a part of the ITTV and Hawk Talk Productions teams.
“Journalism is like my comfort zone. I feel comfortable in my own work,” Martinez said.
Jayli Castanuela, Podcast Staff
Jayliani Castanuela (12) is a reporter and host for Hawk Talk Productions, where she creates fascinating episodes that dig into the mysterious world of true crime. She is a co-editor, along with Antwonae Haney, behind a crime podcast Criminal Theory.
Castanuela is an active member in her school's community. She’s a member of Link Crew where she supports and guides new students. She is also passionate about women's empowerment and takes part in activities to inspire young women. Castanuela is also a member of Student Council where she brings her ideas and skills to make a positive impact in the school community.
She also has a passion for volunteering. Any chance she gets, she loves to lend a helping hand to make a difference in her community.
Castanuela plans to attend Gateway Technical College where she will be majoring in Aviation & Aeronautics.