The Bright Podcast

The Bright Podcast


Latest Episodes

Listening to America, Season 3: Old School
April 27, 2021

Ellison, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of the iconic American jazz singer Billie Holiday (1915-1959). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Listening to America, Season 3: Swag Music
April 26, 2021

Bianca, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, pianist, and songwriter Nina Simone (1933-2003). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Listening to America, Season 3: Jazz Legends Podcast
April 25, 2021

What does Jelly Roll Morton (1890-1941) have in common with modern day hip-hop artists? Join Christian, Class of 2022, as he explores the life, music, and legacy of this jazz composer and pianist. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America,...

Listening to America, Season 3: The Old Country Review
April 24, 2021

Andrew, Class of 2022, takes us to the roots of country music with an exploration of the life, music, and legacy of country singer Jimmie Rodgers (1897-1933). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr.

Listening to America, Season 3: Cap’s Picks
April 23, 2021

Jack, Class of 2022, explores the life, music, and legacy of country singer Patsy Cline (1932-1963) in conversation with special guest Willie, Class of 2021. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr.

Listening to America, Season 3: Wil’s Worldwide Podcast
April 15, 2021

Wil, Class of 2022, kicks of Season 3 with a tribute to singer-songwriter Johnny Cash (1932-2003) and his influence on musician Trent Reznor. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr.

Listening to America, Season 2: The Greatest Artist of the Century
May 13, 2020

Gabe, Class of 2021, explores Blue Train, the iconic album by jazz saxophonist and composer John Coltrane (1926-1967). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Listening to America, Season 2: American Jazz, Then and Now
March 27, 2020

Willie, Class of 2021, explores Kind of Blue, another iconic album by the jazz trumpeter and bandleader Miles Davis (1926-1991). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Listening to America, Season 2: Rap Chat Podcast
March 24, 2020

“In order to make something special, risks need to be taken.” Sammy, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz composer, band leader, and pianist Duke Ellington (1899-1974). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America,