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The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

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Serenity Corbett-Richardson

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer

Serenity is a senior who has enjoyed all three of her years in the journalism program. She has had so much fun, in fact, that she has been a part of ScotCenter, Scot Scoop, and the Highlander. She's excited to produce an exciting new podcast whilst also editing for the Highlander magazine. She hopes you enjoy all of the content that our program has to offer!

 

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Though not frequently discussed, the adjustment veterans must make back into civilian life can be a difficult and disjointed process.

The fallout: The realities of post-combat life

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Audrey Burnley November 10, 2023

The weight of war doesn’t lift with the final pull of a trigger. It doesn’t lift with the ceremonial slip of paper declaring a soldier’s “Honorable Discharge.” It doesn’t even lift the moment...

Pop Goes the Culture Ep.2: It isn’t Joe-ver for Sophie Turner

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer October 3, 2023

In the first episode of Pop Goes the Culture, host/pop culture expert Serenity Corbett-Richardson debriefs some of the latest news in pop culture and explores the greater themes present. She marvels...

Pop Goes the Culture Ep.1: The downfall of Scooter Braun

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer September 25, 2023

In the first episode of Pop Goes the Culture, host and pop culture expert Serenity Corbett-Richardson debriefs some of the latest news in pop culture and explores the greater themes present. She deconstructs...

The practice of remaking classic Disney animated films has raised questions about the corporation's priorities.

Opinion: Disney has lost its magic

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer June 1, 2023

When Disney released the live-action remake of “The Jungle Book,” a classic, in 1994, the movie was met with relatively positive reviews. Although it didn’t entirely make sense for Disney to remake...

The use of interpolation in modern music has been a hotly debated issue.

Opinion: Interpolation walks a fine line

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer May 22, 2023

If you’ve turned on the radio at all this year, chances are you have heard Miley Cyrus’ comeback hit, “Flowers.” Immediately after its release, listeners noted parallels between the song and Bruno...

For years, Taylor Swift has been subjected to ridicule about her career and personal life.

Opinion: Taylor Swift is more than who she dates

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer April 26, 2023

Just days after news broke of Taylor Swift and her longtime boyfriend’s split, betting pools for her next romantic endeavor surfaced online. However harmless this may be, it is not a one-time occurrence....

Generation Why Ep. 5: The joyous appeal of sad media

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Avery Wong December 21, 2022

On the fifth and final episode of Generation Why, hosts Serenity and Avery talk about the appeal of sad media, specifically in music. They discuss how teenagers are drawn to melancholic songs, which is...

Generation Why Ep. 4: Balancing mental health in high school

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Avery Wong December 5, 2022

In the fourth episode of Generation Why, hosts Serenity and Avery explore the taboo of expressing mental health issues in school versus physical health. Every year, millions of high school students...

Generation Why Ep. 3: The real friendship test: high school

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Avery Wong November 24, 2022

In the third episode of Generation Why, hosts Serenity Corbett and Avery Wong discuss how friendships change over time, especially during high school. The process of finding and losing friends is no...

British singer Maisie Peters performs at the El Rey theatre for her ‘You Signed Up For This’ tour

Talking to strangers: the Mazziememes story

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer November 22, 2022

Twelve and a half thousand followers. That’s the number a meme account, dedicated to British singer Maisie Peters, boasts. Scrolling through their Instagram page, you stumble down a rabbit hole of...

Generation Why Ep. 2: Personal fashion never goes out of style

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Avery Wong November 7, 2022

Tune into the second episode of Generation Why where Serenity Corbett and Avery Wong talk about self-expression through fashion and how it influences society throughout the decades. The two hosts interview...

Generation Why Ep. 1: Personality tests promote self-discovery

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Avery Wong September 30, 2022

Welcome to the first episode of Generation Why, where hosts Serenity Corbett and Avery Wong discuss topics relating to personality tests and how people use them in everyday life. Emily Baker, a Georgetown...

Beyond the Beat Ep. 5: Conan Gray’s new single is stuck in our ‘Memories’

On this episode of Beyond the Beat, hosts Kiana Beigi and Serenity Corbett review rising star Conan Gray's new single, 'Memories.' They feature a Gray superfan and avid listener, Chloe Chun. 'Memories'...

Beyond the Beat Ep. 4: Harry Styles’ music is not the same ‘As It Was’

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Kiana Beigi April 20, 2022

On this episode of Beyond the Beat, hosts Kiana Beigi and Serenity Corbett review the hit song, 'As It Was' by Harry Styles. They feature a guest speaker and Harry Styles fan, Abby Yim. Being the first...

Many fans are obsessed with Hollywood and the celebrities there.

The other side of the screen: How fan behavior can lead to unhealthy obsession

How it started was simple. A person logged onto Instagram for the very first time, circa 2010. They were expecting to catch up with family or old friends through innocent photos and instant messages. Despite...

Beyond the Beat Ep. 3: Lil Nas X knows what he wants

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Kiana Beigi March 21, 2022

On this episode of Beyond the Beat, hosts Kiana Beigi and Serenity Corbett review the popular song, 'THATS WHAT I WANT' by Lil Nas X. They feature Max Sinha, a Lil Nas X fan. Lil Nas X once again demonstrates...

Beyond the Beat Ep. 2: Taylor Swift remembers it ‘All Too Well’

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Kiana Beigi February 20, 2022

On this episode of Beyond the Beat, hosts Kiana Beigi and Serenity Corbett review the record-breaking song "All Too Well" by Taylor Swift. They feature a guest speaker and major Swiftie, Lina Saleh. Swift's...

Beyond the Beat Ep. 1: Olivia Rodrigo got her ‘drivers license’ last year

Serenity Corbett-Richardson and Kiana Beigi January 31, 2022

On this episode of Beyond the Beat, hosts Kiana Beigi and Serenity Corbett-Richardson review the meteoric 2021 hit song, 'drivers license' by Olivia Rodrigo. They feature a guest speaker and Olivia Rodrigo...

Carlmont sophomore Brooklyn Alexander dresses in theme for Snow Day.

Spirit week provides relief during final reviews

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer December 9, 2021

Carlmont students began final review week on Monday, Dec. 6, marking the beginning of dreaded semester exams. Although students have fallen into a dull rhythm of studying and even beginning their semester...

Students sit on the bleachers to watch their peers participate in the dodgeball competition.

Students have smashing time at dodgeball tournament

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer November 18, 2021

Carlmont’s Associated Student Body (ASB) hosted an exhilarating lunchtime dodgeball tournament during the week of November 15. Although student competition was among the missed opportunities of the...

Carlmont ASB Reform creates posts that highlight the issues they want changed in ASB.

Carlmont ASB Reform creates posts that highlight the issues they want changed in ASB.

Dozens of students wait in line to receive their lunches.

Free school meals serve an important purpose

Serenity Corbett-Richardson, Podcast Producer October 10, 2021

Carlmont High School’s free breakfasts and lunches provide accessible and popular meals for students. School districts have important roles as providers for students that do not have access to basic...

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