The Bright Podcast

William, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer and guitartist Howlin’ Wolf (1910-1976). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

William, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz composer and pianist Dave Brubeck (1920-1912). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Vivi, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz and swing music 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.

Nico, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer and musician Muddy Waters (1913-1983). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Natalia, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, songwriter, and pianist Nina Simone (1933-2003). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Mary Lucy, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of country blues singer and guitarist Mississippi John Hurt (1892-1966). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Juliette, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, songwriter, and pianist Ray Charles (1930-2004). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Jacob, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues singer Bobby “Blue” Bland (1930-2013). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Henry, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of blues guitarist and singer Buddy Guy (1936-). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Gigi, Class of 2024, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer Patsy Cline (1932-1963). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

William, Class of 2024, interviews a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Sasha, Class of 2024, interviews a former Navy Seal while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Phillip, Class of 2024, interviews his grandfather, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War, while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Lindsey, Class of 2024, interviews a former U.S. Army infantry officer while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Happening Brother.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Mason, Class of 2024, interviews an Army veteran of the Afghanistan and Iraq Wars while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Kate, Class of 2024, interviews retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Terry Gabreski while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Kacie, Class of 2024, interviews a Marine Corps veteran while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On,” “Right On,” and “Inner City Blues.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Henry, Class of 2024, interviews his uncle, an Air Force veteran of the Gulf War, while analyzing F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, and Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.

Can we ever really know someone else’s story? Mr. Miley’s juniors explore this question through close readings of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby, James Baldwin’s Sonny’s Blues, songs from Marvin Gaye’s album, What’s Going On, and through interviews with military veterans.

James, Class of 2024, shares the song that makes him feel unlimited. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.