Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Podcast — A dynamic variety show where juniors, seniors, and teachers come together to share their unique perspectives. This podcast covers everything from school culture and Milwaukee events to the ups and downs of teenage life and the experiences of educators. Tune in for candid conversations, insightful interviews, and fresh takes on the issues that matter most. Whether you're a student, parent, educator, or community member, this podcast offers a window into the world of our future leaders — and those guiding them.
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Ep. 11, "HFCA Math Night 2026 – Why Math Matters | Featuring Aniyah Harris"
In this special episode of the HFCA Podcast, host Mr. Thompson sits down with student Aniyah Harris during Math Night 2026 at Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy. Aniyah shares her experience participating in the activities, learning how to play blackjack (21), and how math games can make learning fun. The conversation also highlights how great teachers like Mr. Patterson are helping make math more engaging for students. Aniyah explains why math has become one of her favorite subjects and how it connects to real-life goals like becoming a nurse, where calculating dosages and understanding numbers are essential. From homework struggles to real-world applications, this episode shows how math is all around us and why it’s important for students to build strong math skills for the future.
Topics in this episode:
• HFCA Math Night 2026
• Learning math through games like Blackjack (21)
• Making math fun in the classroom
• Real-life uses of math
• Why math matters for future careers
Hosted by: Mr. Thompson
Guest: Aniyah Harris
Location: Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy Middle School
Listen, learn, and celebrate the power of math at HFCA.
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24 Apr 2025
Ep. 10, "Breath Work (Wellness Night Episode)"
In this powerful episode of the HFCA Podcast, recorded during Wellness Night on April 23rd, host Mr. Thompson sits down with special guest Mr. Taylor for a thoughtful and energizing conversation about what wellness means, both in and out of the classroom. From quiet moments in the Zen room to extreme winter camping and solo travel to L.A., this episode explores how we can center ourselves in a chaotic world. The two educators swap stories, talk self-care routines, and even walk through a live breathing exercise (yes, box breathing included) that you can try right along with them.
🧘♂️ Highlights from the episode:
25 minutes of peace in the Zen room
Why breathing might be the most underrated form of self-care
Self-care in the woods: Mr. Taylor’s love for biking, camping, and silence
The art of disconnecting from tech to reconnect with life
“Benjamin Mode” — how travel helps Mr. Thompson recharge and reimagine
Tomato tips and what grandma said about walnuts 🥜🍅
Whether you’re an HFCA student, staff member, or simply in need of a wellness reset, this episode will leave you with practical tools and powerful insights to slow down, breathe deep, and be well.
💬 Subscribe, comment, and share if you learned something new — and don’t forget to try some breathing exercises after you listen.
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24 Apr 2025
Ep. 9, "What is Wellness? (Wellness Night Podcast)"
On this special Wellness Night episode of the HFCA Podcast, host Mr. Thompson is joined by a group of brilliant young women from the HFCA student body for a refreshing and honest conversation about what wellness means to them.
Featuring voices from the Classes of 2025 and 2026, the students reflect on their favorite activities from the event, from line dancing to sampling smoothies, and share their personal self-care routines. Whether it’s praying, journaling, traveling, or simply listening to music, this episode reminds us that taking care of ourselves comes in many different forms.
🎧 In this episode:
Smoothie stand shoutouts (pineapple + spinach? Yes, please!)
What wellness really means from a student’s perspective
Self-care tips you can start using today
A special music spotlight: “Senior Year” by HFCA student Alayah Davis, now streaming on SoundCloud
This episode is a celebration of self-awareness, community connection, and creativity, straight from the voices of the next generation. Perfect for students, parents, and educators looking to bring wellness into everyday life.
💬 Like, comment, and subscribe to hear more student voices on the HFCA Podcast!
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24 Apr 2025
Ep. 8, "Start Where You Are (Wellness Night Podcast Episode)"
Welcome to Wellness Night, a brand-new mini-series from the HFCA Podcast! In this first episode, your host, Mr. Thompson, is joined for the first time by co-host Mr. Patterson for a powerful and personal conversation about what wellness truly means in our lives and communities. Recorded live on April 23rd, this episode covers everything from morning routines and travel therapy to navigating health risks in the Black community. The duo reflects on personal wellness journeys, childhood memories, and how fitness, fasting, and food can change your life.
✨ Topics include:
The danger of silent killers like high blood pressure and diabetes
How to reset your mind and body through fasting and travel
The importance of regular checkups for Black men
Replacing phone time with intentional habits
Simple wellness tips to live better today
Whether you're a student, parent, or educator, this episode will inspire you to put your health first and build habits that support your body, mind, and soul.
💬 Like what you hear? Be sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and share with someone who needs to hear this message. Stay tuned for more from our Wellness Night series!
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31 Mar 2025
Ep. 7, "Robotics"
In this episode of the HFCA Podcast, Mr. Thompson is joined by Class of 2028 students Chloe and Walter, live from the HFCA Middle School Podcast Studio during Math Night (3.14 – Happy Pi Day!). From presenting in the robotics club to solving trinomial equations in class, these two bright minds share how they’re using math both now and in the future—from coding autonomous robots to dreaming of becoming an engineer. They also keep it real about learning challenges, the importance of great teaching, and why self-advocacy and asking for help can change everything when it comes to math.
Whether you're a student who's struggling or someone who thinks math just isn’t your thing, this episode offers some powerful and practical encouragement straight from students who’ve been there.
📍 Recorded live at HFCA Middle School during Math Night 2025.
🧮 Math is everywhere. And yes—you’re better at it than you think.
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31 Mar 2025
Ep. 6, "Math is Everywhere"
In this Pi Day special, Mr. Thompson is joined by the insightful Ms. Harris to talk all things math—and not just the textbook kind. Recorded live during HFCA's Math Night (3.14), this episode dives into how we use math every single day. From cooking for one to calculating gas costs, designing with Canva, and even planning outfits based on the weather, math shows up in the most unexpected ways. Together, they explore real-life examples that bring numbers to life and speak directly to students who think they’ll never need math after school.
Whether you're a math lover or a skeptic, this episode will shift how you see numbers in your daily routine.
📍 Recorded in the HFCA Middle School Podcast Studio.
💡 Shoutout to all the students, teachers, and families celebrating math with us!
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31 Mar 2025
Ep. 5, "Math in Real Life"
In this special Pi Day episode of the HFCA Podcast, Mr. Thompson sits down with students Kenzie, Cherish, and Dre to explore the everyday ways we use math—whether it’s budgeting for a summer trip, solving classroom problems, or calculating how much gas it takes to fill your car from real-life applications to why math matters beyond the classroom, this fun and relatable conversation celebrates the importance of numbers and problem-solving in our daily lives. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or just someone who’s ever wondered, “When am I actually going to use this?”, this episode is for you. 📊✨
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16 Dec 2024
Ep. 4, "Final Exam Tips"
Mr. Thompson, Mehki Carter, and Darwin Johnson share real talk on stress and exam prep, public speaking hacks, and time-tested tips for success on exam day.
2 Dec 2024
Ep. 3, "Leadership Beyond Titles"
Leadership experts Keyia Sconiers and Vashayla Haywood explore what it means to lead beyond titles, sharing practical strategies for everyday actions that create a positive impact.
22 Nov 2024
Ep. 2, "Making The Most of Our Time"
D'ivionne Hardy, Ta'Shawn Carter, and Jayquan Marshall share personal insights on managing time effectively, setting goals, and staying motivated to live intentionally.
20 Nov 2024
Ep. 1, "Healthy Habits Shape Our Future"
HFCA seniors Aalaeyah Williams and Keyia Sconiers explore how small, intentional changes can lead to big transformations by shaping our habits and future.
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