Point of View

The Northview Messenger's exclusive podcast. We cover the students, staff, and community in Johns Creek as well as trending topics. Join us to hear what the students of Northview are doing.

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*Episode numbers may differ from those on Spotify and Apple Music due to this being Point of View’s third season.

Ep. 99: Fast Food Bracket

In this episode staffers Allen, Ethan, Logan, and Thomas have a heated discussion about which fast-food establishment out of 16 is truly the best.

Ep. 98: Disney vs Pixar March Madness Bracket

Staffers Jonah, Jordan, and Avery go through the most critically acclaimed Disney and Pixar films to find one ultimate winner in a March Madness style bracket.

Ep. 97: TikTok Ban

Staffers Allen, Avi, and Ethan cover the recent TikTok ban in Congress and go through the implications of life without our favorite social media platforms.

Ep. 96: Parent Manipulation in Family Vlogging

Staffers Thomas, Caitlyn, and Zara discuss different family vloggers, and the exploitation of minors in the social media industry.

Ep. 95: CSPA Special

In this episode, staffers Allen, Avi, Avery, Jonah, and Zara take a trip to New York City and describe their experience attending Columbia Scholastic Press Association’s 100th Annual Spring Convention.

Ep. 94: Market Day

In this episode staffers Zara, Ethan, and Jordan interview Market Day groups, and give an insight on what Market Day is!

Ep. 93: Mandela Effects

In this episode, staffers Logan, Thomas, Manavi, and Caitlyn have their minds blow over different Mandela effects from across the years.

Ep. 92: The Mysterious Case of Dorthy Scott Jane

In this episode, staffer Avery Wilson educates about the chilling cold case of Dorthy Scott Jane and the mystery surrounding it.

Ep. 91: Our Childhood

In this episode staffers Zara, Allen, and Avi share distinguishing features of their childhoods and share personal experiences as well as some toys from their respective upbringings.

Ep. 90: Northview Girl’s Basketball

In this episode, staffer Caitlyn interviewed Coach Rice, Harmonee Jackson, and Kelly Reynolds about their amazing 2023-2024 basketball season and how they persevered their way to state!

Ep. 89: BookTok Discussion

Staffers Thomas, Emerson, and Jonah discuss the world of BookTok & list off some of their favorite books and why they like them.

Ep. 88: The New Generation

Staffers Avery, Zara, Emerson, and Thomas discuss about today’s kids and their unhealthy habits.

Ep. 87: Voting 101

In this episode staffers Allen, Avi, Manavi, and Jordi go over everything there is to know about voting! Listen in to learn how to register, where polling stations are, and more. Best of luck in November!

Ep. 86: 2024 Predictions

In this episode, staffers Logan, Ethan, Jonah, and Caitylyn give their personal predictions for this coming year!

Ep. 85: Northview Nation

In this episode, staffers Caitlyn, Zara, and Avi interview Tiffany Kim, Katherine Marshall, and Nikki Hwang on Northview Nation.

Ep. 84: Mental Health

In this episode, staffers Jordi, Avery, and Jonah, inform listens of a variety of mental topics.

Ep. 83: Rant

In this episode staffers Logan, Caitlyn, Ethan, and Emerson have an unscripted rant about things they dislike in a first-ever completely unscripted episode!

Ep. 82: Behind the Scenes

In this episode staffers, Jordi, Avi, Thomas, and special POV guests, give a sneak peek behind the scenes of POV.

Ep. 81: Our Top Three Albums

In this episode staffers Caitlyn, Avery, and Logan discuss their top three albums of all time.

Ep. 80: Geopolitical Issues

Staffers Zara, Jonah, and Emerson discuss the current geopolitical state of the world.

Ep. 79: Halloween Essentials

In this episode, our hosts Allen, Ethan, and Manavi start by discussing common trick-or-treating candy and ranking them in a tier list. They will then introduce their Halloween costumes along with going over the best costumes they’ve ever seen. Finally, Manavi will give her expert opinion on Halloween parties and explain what goes into a perfect party.

Ep. 78: LGBTQ Representation

Staffers Logan, Jonah, and Jordan discuss modern LGBTQ representation through television, movies, and media.

Ep. 77: Across the Table - Ranking all 50 US States

In this episode staffers Avi, Jonah, Ethan, Emerson, and Thomas discuss their opinions and rank all 50 states on a tier chart.

Ep. 76: 50 Years of Hip-Hop

In this episode staffers Caitlyn, Anastasia, and Jordi talk about hip-hop in every decade for the last 50 years.

Ep. 75: Homecoming 2023

In this episode, staffers Avery Wilson, Zara Duque, Allen Liu, Manavi Jauhari sit down and discuss Northview High School 2023 Homecoming and Spirt Week.

Ep. 74: Across the Table - Northview Clubs Special

In this episode, staffers Jonah, Anastasia, Emerson, and Thomas discuss old and new clubs at Northview High School.

Ep. 73: Weird Food Combinations

In this episode staffers Caitlyn, Jordi and Ethan explore the world of weird food combinations.

Ep. 72: Culture Shock; The Barbie Movie

Staffers Avery Wilson, Zara Duque, and Manavi Jauhari sit down and talk about the 2023 live-action film, Barbie.

Ep. 71: Intro to the POV Staff Members

In this episode, every staffer aboard podcast is interviewed (through video!) so you can learn more about our publication.

Ep. 70: Senior Sendoff

In this episode, seniors Jensi Perng, Sarah Cato, Frank Liu, Rishi Subramanian, Jenna Sapong, and Nathan Ware reflect on high school, give advice to their younger selves, and say goodbye to Northview as the class of 2023.

Ep. 69: Point of You - End of Year ft. Mr. Neuhaus

In this episode, staffer Marcus Kim interviews Principal Neuhaus on his retrospective thoughts for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Ep. 68: Culture Shock - The Scam Behind Self Care

In this episode staffers Orelia, Randall, and Jordan discuss the ins and outs of self care and how time has changed it.

Ep. 67: News Flash - Youtubers That Fell Off

In this episode, Jonah Chadwin recounts the fascinating saga of three once famous Youtubers who have fallen from grace.

Ep. 66: Point of You - Beard Care with Mr. Brown

In this episode, host Rahul Doejode interviews Northview High School's faculty member Mr. Brown regarding his thoughts, experiences, and routine in maintaining his facial hair. Mr. Brown talks about his thoughts before he started growing out his mustache and beard, what he expected, realized, and the reasons behind growing and grooming them.

Ep. 65: Point of You - Ella Schuman

In this episode, host Sofia Mang interviews Ella Schuman, rising star and Northview student, on her acting career. Ella details on her experiences being on set, in acting classes, her journey with her agency, and working with professionals such as Jessica Chastain, Jack Black, and The Rock, as well as what her future holds.

Ep. 64: Culture Shock - Horror: A Dark Dive

Staffers Marcus, Rahul, Randall, Rachel, and Jordan discuss the different types of horror as well as the appeal of horror media.

Ep. 63: Culture Shock - Mario Movie Review

Staffers Carlos, Delisa, Jonah, and Logan discuss and review the recent film, The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

Ep. 62: Special- AI Podcasting

Staffer President Joe Biden comedically discusses the benefits and possible shortcomings of artificial intelligence in all areas, specifically podcasting.

Ep. 61: Across the Table - Romance Tropes

Staffers Marcus, Grace, Alicia, and Sofia share their favorite and least favorite romance tropes from TV shows, comics, and other forms of media. Spoiler warning for La La Land, Twenty-Five Twenty-One, 20th Century Girl, Love, Rosie.

Ep. 60: News Flash - Jimmy Carter Tribute

In this episode, Staffer Jordan Anderson reflects on Jimmy Carter's life prior to his presidency, during his time in office, and the work he and his wife did after his term.

Ep. 59: News Flash - Meat Industry Ethics

Staffer Jonah dives into the ethics of the meat industry.

Ep. 58: Teacher and Professional of the Year Spotlight - Mr. Copeland and Mrs. Rettker

In this episode, host Sofia Mang interviews Teacher of the Year 2023: Mr. Copeland, and Professional of the Year 2023: Mrs. Rettker on their careers, what their individual awards mean to them, and their future.

Ep. 57: News Flash - Zoo Ethics

In this episode, hosts Grace and Delisa discuss the ethics of Zoo Atlanta, including its history, conservation efforts, and research programs. Before 1984, Zoo Atlanta was named one of the worst in the country and was stripped of its accreditation by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association. Listen now to find out how the zoo turned its reputation around, becoming one of the most research-productive zoos in the world and holding around 1,500 animals and 220 species.

Ep. 56: News Flash - Artificial Intelligence

In this episode, staffer Logan C. dives deep into Artificial Intelligence, how it works, and the positives and negatives of the technology.

Ep. 55: Point of You - Cellist Joyce Lu

Staffer Grace Yang interviews cellist Joyce Lu on her experience playing cello, including her practice regimen, classes in Europe, and plans for pursuing a professional career in classical music.

Ep. 54: Quiz Bowl Special - Did You Know?

In this episode, host Delisa Troupe explores the fun, competitive competition known as Quiz Bowl, and allows some of her fellow students to engage in the sport themselves.

Ep. 53: Special - The Brown Mountain Lights Story

In this episode, host Jordan Anderson discusses the mystery of the Brown Mountain Lights in North Carolina. Wendigoon’s Brown Mountain Lights video: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=4T6mwZd1T9M&t=1197s

Ep. 52: Culture Shock - The Last Of Us

In this episode, hosts Jonah, Rahul, and Rachel discuss the similarities between the HBO Max show, The Last of Us and the game it is inspired from.

Ep. 51: College Application Process - Senior Year

Staffers Rachel Everett and Grace Yang share their advice on the college application process regarding senior year and share their own anecdotes.

Ep. 50: Valentine’s Day Special - Couple Ethics

In this special Valentine’s Day Episode, staffers Delisa, Sofia, Alicia, and Orelia discuss hypothetical scenarios concerning romantic relationships and their personal ethics behind their opinions.  

Ep. 49: Across the Table - Short Attention Spans

Staffers Marcus, Logan, Carlos, and Randall discuss the possible causes and effects of short attention spans as well as the concept itself.

Ep. 48: College Application Process - Junior Year

Staffers Rachel Everett and Grace Yang share their advice on the college application process for underclassmen before going over some student-submitted questions about the process.

Ep. 47: Across the Table - Company Personification

Staffers Randall, Jonah, and Rahul discuss the changes in company advertisements and the uprise of personified company mascots.

Ep. 46: News Flash - Injuries in Sports

In this episode, host Sofia Mang discusses with Northview’s athletic trainers on how the entertainment industry behind professional sports affects athletes and sports injuries. 

Ep. 45: Point of You - Student Composers & Producers

Northview students Revin Jun and Zuming Fan share their music creation process. This episode's sounds include music made by Revin, Zuming, composer Kapustin, and producer Shawn Wasabi. 

Ep. 44: A Holiday Special - Holiday Movie Tropes

In this episode, hosts Jordan Anderson, Rahul Doejode, Rachel Everett, and Delisa Troupe discuss and rate their favorite holiday movies and the tropes they fall under.

Ep. 43: Point of You - World Cup

In this episode, staffer Randall asks peer Patricio about his world cup preferences, opinions, biases, and hot takes. 

Ep. 42: Across the Table - Advice Column

Staffers Sofia, Grace, and Rachel create their own advice column in this episode, answering questions from anonymous students on problems dealing with relationships and academics.

Ep. 41: Culture Shock - Wakanda Forever Review

In this episode staffers Alicia, Rahul, and Jonah discuss and review the recent movie Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Ep. 40: Specials - Cornucopia of Cultures

In this episode, staffers Orelia Thottam and Delisa Troupe gain insight into the cultural and personal significance of food held by students at Northview. 

Ep. 39: Culture Shock - Lack of Media Literacy

In this episode, staffer Carlos Sandoval humorously dissects the lack of media literacy in the younger generations and the characters in which it manifests. *Expect some sarcasm in this episode*

Ep. 38: News Flash - Security Starts With You

In this episode, staffer Sofia Mang discusses the importance of safety and security at schools with Principal Neuhaus and Paul Hildreth, the Fulton County Safety and Security Director, along with the impacts that students can have. 

Ep. 37: Across the Table - What Came First? The Chicken or the Egg & Other Questions

Staffers Marcus, Carlos, Logan, and guest speaker Luke Marshall tackle questions like if the chicken or the egg came first, or if socks are shoes. 

Ep. 36: Culture Shock - Ranked Wings

*Not sponsored by any restaurant* In this episode, staffers Orelia, Jonah, Rachel, and Rahul try chicken wings from four different restaurants: Joy Chicken & Pizza, Wingstop, Taco Mac, and Buffalo Wild Wings. Listen to hear them rank their best choices. 

Ep. 35: Spooky Stories Around the Campfire

Host Randall shares a spooky story written by user papamishka89 and posted on the nosleep subreddit.  Staffers Jordan, Rachel, and Rahul come along for the ride.  Join us for some October scares.

Ep. 34: Culture Shock - BeReal

Staffer Rachel Everett explores the popular app BeReal - both its negative and positive attributes, and discusses with fellow staffers on their own opinions. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 33: Homecoming - Behind the Scenes

Staffer Jonah Chadwin dives deep into the creation of homecoming through artists, advisors, and class council members. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 32: Across the Table - What Makes a Sport a Sport?

In this episode, staffers Marcus, Carlos, and Randall banter about the semantics of sports and competitions in the context of e-sports. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 31: Point of You - Interview with Mr. Neuhaus

In this episode, hosts Sofia Mang and Rahul Doejode interview Northview's new principal, Mr. Martin Neuhaus, about his experiences at Northview and fun facts about him. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 30: Senior Send Off - Class of ‘22

Members of Northview's 2022 graduating class reflect on their experience in high school and their plans going forward. Point of View's seniors, Caleb, Dhruv, and Suhani, discuss their time in the class. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 29: Across the Table - Our First Year

In this episode, hosts Delisa, Grace, Sofia, Rachel, Orelia, Jordan, Caleb, Suhani, and Dhruv discuss their favorite memories, biggest accomplishments, and hopes for next year as the first official year of Point of View comes to a bittersweet end. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 28: Point of You - End of Year Interview with Principal Downey

In this episode, we interviewed Principal Downey, reflecting on the past school year and touching on hopes he has for the future. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 27: Across The Table - Music Taste, do our personalities affect what we listen to?

Staffers Dhruv, Marcus, Rachel, and Suhani examine a study linking personality to music taste, discussing the validity of the study and their own experiences with music. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 26: Books, Beads, and Bouquets - Students with Small Businesses

In this episode, host Sofia Mang sits down with Northview students who own small businesses, Sara Hsu (@shopsukico) and Sarah Chow and Vicky Kang (@flowersby.kc), as they explore what they've learned from the experience. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 25: International Night - Backstage

In this episode, Host Grace Yang discusses the preparations behind International Night with the teachers, performers, and club leaders involved, honing in on their busy schedules, connections to the cultures represented and their hopes for the show. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 24: Techno Titans

In this episode, host Delisa Troupe follows the journey of Techno Titans as they develop as a team and express their hopes for the upcoming competitions. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 23: Across the Table - Changing Childhoods, an evaluation of the accelerated maturation of children.

Hosts Jordan Anderson, Orelia Thottam, Marcus Kim, and Suhani Mahajan discuss the shift from their childhood experiences to the ones they observe around themselves today. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 22: Book Bans - Into Darkness

In the second episode of our two-part series, host Caleb Smith explores how book bans affect students and the authors who hoped to spread representation, connection, and understanding with the characters and experiences in their books. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 21: Book Bans - A World of Grey

In the first episode of our two-part series, host Caleb Smith discusses the wave of book bans sweeping over America and the effects of categorizing books. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 20: Point of You - Black History Month

In this episode, host Jordan Anderson speaks with the president of Northview's black History Club about celebrating Black History Month and continuing the recognition and celebration of Black excellence throughout the year. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 19: Point of You - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

In this episode, host Delisa Troupe speaks with some of Northview's Environmental Club leaders, Vidhi Tiwary and Adiva Puttnam, about their efforts to lobby for a recycling and composting center in Johns Creek. They discuss the environmental club's accomplishments along with their pursuits to promote sustainability. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 18 : Point of You - Medical Mayhem

In this episode, staffer Sofia Mang discusses the effect of COVID on the medical community's work and personal lives. Listen as she sits down with Northview student Srihari Siruvella, and Dr. Jacqueline Kim to hear their personal experiences through the pandemic. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 17: Across the Table - Superheroes

In this episode, staffers Dhruv, Caleb, Jonah, and Rachel discuss their opinions on Spiderman: No Way Home, the Marvel Cinematic Universe and superheroes as a whole. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 16: A Holiday Special - Different Traditions

In this episode, staffer Caleb Smith sits down with a few students discussing the different traditions and meanings of the holidays they celebrate during the winter season. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 15: Point of You - High School Then and Now

Point of View Host Marcus Kim speaks with teachers Mr. DeLong and Mrs. Pope about their high school experiences and how they compare to what they observe in their classrooms today. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 14: Point of You - Tech Talk with Mr. Paul

In this episode, staffer Dhruv Singh interviews Mr. Paul about his experience as a Media Center specialist, Assistant Director of the marching band, and Taylor Swift fan. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 13: Across The Table - Girls in Gaming

In this episode, staffers Grace, Rachel, and Sofia discuss issues girls face in the gaming community and how they have overcome them. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 12: Culture Shock - Squid Game

In this episode, staffers Jonah Chadwin and Sofia Mang discuss the deeper meaning and themes in Netflix's most watched show, Squid Game. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 11: Culture Shock - Hansel & Gretel

In this episode, staffers Caleb, Delisa, Jordan, and Suhani discuss their experience at a local new bakery, Hansel & Gretel. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 10: A Spooky Story by Marcus Kim

In this special episode, staffer Marcus Kim tells a spooky story called, "The Whistler" written by user u/Grand_Theft_Motto from the subreddit r/nosleep. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 9: News Flash - Homecoming Titans

Point of View host, Grace Yang, sits down with Northview's 2021 Homecoming Titans and Student Council President and VP to discuss the new title of Homecoming Titans. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 8: Across the Table - Social Shifts

In this episode, staffers Delisa, Jordan, Marcus, and Rachel observe the shift in social interactions through the pandemic. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 7: Point of You - Interview with Principal Downey

In this episode, we interviewed our principal, Mr. Downey, asking student submitted questions. Listen on Spotify or Apple Music.

Ep. 6: Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month, but it is also the month we saw the murder of Sarah Everard. Despite the advancements that have been made, women everywhere still face a certain degree of danger, and that true change can only be brought about by action from everyone.

Ep. 5: Echoes of a Former President

Despite the inauguration of new administration, the social ruin left by the Trump administration still run deep in today’s norm. Host Noelle Reid takes a look at the systemic injustices that still remain prevalent in social media and pop culture.

Ep. 4: Local Elections

We sit down with District 50 Georgia House of Representative Angelike Kausche as she speaks about the issues and policies she cares about and how she will continue the job for her next term. Read the accompanying article here: Local elections — The Messenger (nhsmessenger.org) where The Messenger also sits down with her competitor: Jay Lin.

Ep. 3: Young Activism

How teens’ and young adults’ political and social involvement shapes the world.

Ep. 2: Election Information

Breaking down crucial information for all voters in a truly pivotal and consequential election in order for all eligible voter to become informed voters at the polls this year.

Ep. 1: The Lost Senior Year

Host Noelle Reid takes a look at the struggles that the Class of 2021 is facing during the pandemic, highlighting all that is lost in a virtual senior year.