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Halftime Heroes

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by Sophia Young

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<p>What makes a college marching band at a school in rural Southeast Ohio so distinguished? Who would have thought that the band kids would become the main event at college football games? Halftime Heroes follows the Ohio University marching band, the Marching 110: specifically, the dedication and commitment required of its members, past and present, to bring it to its current fame. Many people from locally to nationally know of the 110 and their success, however, just how they operate and the commitment from its members has always been shrouded with some level of mystery. In Halftime Heroes, we lift the veil and take a deeper look into the show band world. Come along as we uncover how the band has evolved, hearing from members past and present about what it takes to make the 110 "the most exciting band in the land."</p><p>Check out behind-the-scenes and additional content at @halftimeheroes on Instagram!</p><p>Directed, produced and edited by Sophia Young. Additional audio credit to NPR, Eddith Dashiell, Kara Harrison, the OU Marching 110, BBC sound archive and Mary Riddle. </p>

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4/25/2023

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Recent Episodes

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May 4, 2023

Episode 3: Postgame

In our final episode of Halftime Heroes, we hear from members past and present about the unique traditions that band 110 members together, and how some traditions change with time. From lake marching to trombone smacking, listen in on some of the quirks in the 11o here.

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May 4, 2023

Episode 2: Halftime

So, what does it take to be one of the 110 (or as it now is, around 225) Marching Men of Ohio? Turns out, it isn't easy. This episode we explore how students make it in the 110 and how the band operates to execute its dazzling performances that created its reputation.

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April 25, 2023

Episode 1: Pregame

<p>Who is the Marching 110 and why do people love it? From the band's origins in 1923, we trace how the 110 developed the captivating band people know and love 100 years later. With high stepping, tilting, swaying and jumping dance routines included in performances, the 110 has set itself apart from many other college bands in its style.</p>

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What is Halftime Heroes?
<p>What makes a college marching band at a school in rural Southeast Ohio so distinguished? Who would have thought that the band kids would become the main event at college football games? Halftime Heroes follows the Ohio University marching band, the Marching 110: specifically, the dedication and commitment required of its members, past and present, to bring it to its current fame. Many people from locally to nationally know of the 110 and their success, however, just how they operate and the commitment from its members has always been shrouded with some level of mystery. In Halftime Heroes, we lift the veil and take a deeper look into the show band world. Come along as we uncover how the band has evolved, hearing from members past and present about what it takes to make the 110 "the most exciting band in the land."</p><p>Check out behind-the-scenes and additional content at @halftimeheroes on Instagram!</p><p>Directed, produced and edited by Sophia Young. Additional audio credit to NPR, Eddith Dashiell, Kara Harrison, the OU Marching 110, BBC sound archive and Mary Riddle. </p>
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