BHS Norseman Broadcasting

Norseman editor Will Zwerneman sat down with seniors Emmy Conley and Lola Madden to talk about their experiences volunteering at Beloved and Beyond, a camp for people with disabilities 💙🏕️
Conley and Madden share what it means to serve as a one-on-one buddy, the relationships they have built with campers, and the lessons they have learned about patience, communication and empathy. They also discuss how their experiences have changed the way they view people with disabilities and why those relationships do not have to be complicated.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear how Beloved and Beyond has given Conley and Madden a new perspective on friendship, service and the importance of seeing each person for who they are beyond their disability.
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Norseman editor Will Zwerneman sat down with senior Stephen Henry to talk about taking on varsity football while balancing the demands of the IB Diploma Programme 🏈📚
Henry shares why he decided to step outside his comfort zone and start playing football his junior year, his transition from defense to running back, and how the discipline he has developed through both football and IB helps him handle pressure. He also discusses the influence of his mother and coaches, the brotherhood he has found through football, and his approach to taking life “one day at a time” by “being where my feet are.”
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear how Henry balances academics and athletics while learning to stay present and make the most of his senior year.
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Norseman editor Will Zwerneman sat down with junior Taylor Poehl to talk about her award-winning children’s book and creative journey 🎨📚
Pail shares how she earned a silver medal at state in TAFE with Manners at the Circus, a book she wrote and illustrated herself, inspired by her younger brother. She discusses developing unique characters, balancing creativity with storytelling, and the importance of teaching manners to young readers.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear how Pail turned her idea into a state-recognized project and what’s next for her as a future educator and author.
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Norseman editor Will Zwerneman sat down with Bryan High head football coach Blake Joseph to talk about coming home, building culture, and leading the Vikings 🏈🔥
Joseph shares his journey from Bryan High quarterback to head coach, calling it a full-circle moment. He emphasizes accountability, discipline, and academics while focusing on building strong relationships with players.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear Joseph’s vision for Bryan High football.
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Norseman editor sat down with Bryan High U.S. history teacher Kristen Runyen to talk about growth, perseverance, and finding confidence in the classroom 📚🎤
Runyen shares how she went from struggling in U.S. history as a student to teaching it, reflecting on the hard work and persistence it took to improve. She emphasizes that success comes from practice, not perfection, and encourages students to ask questions and not be afraid to grow.
She also discusses creating a more engaging classroom through competition and interaction, helping students care about what they’re learning—because when they care, they remember.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear Runyen’s journey and the lessons she hopes students carry beyond the classroom.
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Norseman editor Will Zwerneman sat down with Bryan High senior Max Kalil to talk about leadership, engineering, and creativity through her work at C-TECH, SkillsUSA, and STEM programs ⚙️🔧🎤
Max shares how she became involved in automation and robotics, UIL academics, TSA, and the swim team, while also helping lead a major SkillsUSA Chapter Display project. The team spent more than 160 hours building an 86-inch display featuring a Roman arena design to represent the theme “Champion Your Future.” Max explains how she developed the original concept, managed the creative direction, and coordinated teammates from both Bryan and College Station while balancing communication and deadlines.
Beyond competitions, Max also discusses her passion for building custom speakers, a hobby she developed alongside her dad by experimenting with audio equipment and learning from engineers. From CNC cutting wood panels to soldering components, she describes the detailed process of designing speakers that combine technical precision with creative problem-solving.
Max also reflects on her experiences as one of the few girls in her technical program and how representation and outreach can help encourage more young women to pursue STEM fields and engineering careers. Looking ahead, she plans to study industrial engineering in college while continuing to explore hands-on projects and innovation.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear Max talk about building competition displays, designing custom speakers, and why curiosity and persistence are key to succeeding in STEM.
📰 Look for more student spotlight features in upcoming editions of The Norseman.
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Norseman staffer Rachelle Johanson sat down with Bryan High senior Riley Fry to talk about her passion for Formula One racing, statistics, and sports broadcasting 🏁📊🎙️
Riley shares how a childhood love of racing movies eventually led her to discover Formula One through Drive to Survive, sparking a fascination with the sport’s strategy, data, and the relationships between drivers and teams. From analyzing reaction times and race strategies to comparing teammates in identical cars, Riley explains how statistics play a crucial role in understanding what happens on the track.
She also discusses her plans to attend Oklahoma State University, where she hopes to double major in sports media and strategic communication while pursuing her dream of becoming a Formula One broadcaster. Riley talks about the determination it takes to break into such a competitive industry, the importance of support from friends and family, and why challenges only motivate her to work harder.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear Riley discuss Formula One strategy, her favorite team and drivers, and how she hopes to turn her love of racing and data into a future career.
📰 Look for more student spotlight features in upcoming editions of The Norseman.
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Norseman staffer Colin West sat down with Layla Goodman and Anthony Rodriguez, two Bryan High students involved in youth acting, to talk about their journeys on stage and screen 🎭🎬
Layla and Anthony share how they got started in acting, what training and auditions really look like behind the scenes, and how their passion has shaped their confidence both in and out of school. From improv and self-tapes to balancing auditions with classes, their conversation highlights creativity, resilience, and finding your voice through performance.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear Layla and Anthony discuss their inspirations, challenges in the acting industry, and what keeps them motivated to keep pursuing their dreams.
📰 Look for more student spotlight features in upcoming editions of The Norseman.
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Norseman editor Will Zwerneman sat down with Emanuel Ordaz and Denise Lopez, district officers in SkillsUSA, to talk about leadership, career and technical education, and their recent trip to Washington, D.C. to advocate for the Perkins V Act 🏛️⚙️
Emanuel and Denise share how SkillsUSA has shaped them as leaders, what it means to represent Bryan High at the district level, and why funding for CTE programs matters for students across the country. From leadership conferences to competitions and hands-on career pathways, their conversation highlights growth, advocacy, and the power of student voice.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear how these students are making an impact beyond the classroom and helping shape the future of CTE at Bryan High and beyond.
📰 Look for more student leadership and CTE features in upcoming editions of The Norseman.
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Norseman staffer Rachelle Johanson sat down with senior Bri Jensen, a trailblazer in Bryan High’s welding program and the first female welder from BHS to qualify for the state competition. 🔥⚙️
Bri talks about discovering welding, the discipline and persistence it takes to master the craft, and what it meant to earn her spot at state. From long hours in the booth to overcoming nerves and breaking barriers in a male-dominated field, her story highlights confidence, resilience, and pride in skilled trades.
🎧 Tune in to the Norseman Podcast to hear Bri share her journey, her goals for the future, and her advice for other students—especially girls—who might be curious about welding.
📰 Look for more CTE and student spotlight stories in upcoming editions of The Norseman.
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