Inside Marist

Inside Marist

By Meg Dunneback

A podcast about the life inside Marist high school from our mission and ministry, to teaching and learning , to athletics and clubs. Come listen and find out more about our dynamic school and the people who make this great place come alive each and every day.
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Conversation with Freshman Students

Inside MaristJun 06, 2022
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Conversation with Brother Hank Hammer, fms

Conversation with Brother Hank Hammer, fms

Meg Dunneback is back with a brand new episode (and season!) of "Inside Marist!" She sits down with Br. Hank Hammer, fms who has worn many hats at Marist Chicago and in the Marist Brothers. Currently, Br. Hank is back in the classroom working with our juniors in the Peer Leadership program. We are so blessed to have him! Check out a great episode.

Sep 23, 202601:00:19
Conversation with Matthew Forbes '26 Who Traveled to La Valla, France with Marist

Conversation with Matthew Forbes '26 Who Traveled to La Valla, France with Marist

Meg Dunneback sits down with Matthew Forbes '26 who was one of several students from Marist high schools to travel to La Valla, France to experience the birth place of St. Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist brothers.

Jul 22, 202634:18
Conversation with Senior Joey Hughes

Conversation with Senior Joey Hughes

Meg Dunneback sits down with Marist senior, Joey Hughes who is a champion of our school and the heart of the Marist mission. Click to listen to their great conversation!

Apr 29, 202644:14
Conversation with Cast Members from the Spring Musical - "42nd Street"

Conversation with Cast Members from the Spring Musical - "42nd Street"

Meg Dunneback sits down with cast members of the spring musical- "42nd Street": Ronan Carmody '26, Carly Fox '26, Carmen Houppert '27, Lauren Anderson '27 & Patrick Cunningham '26.


"42nd Street" will be running March 26–28 at 7:00 PM, with a 1:00 PM matinee on March 28. All performances will be at the Baer Theater at Morgan Park Academy. Tickets are on sale now in the ARC or at the door: • Students: $10• General Admission: $20

Mar 20, 202649:19
Conversation with Ronan Carmody '26

Conversation with Ronan Carmody '26

Meg Dunneback sits down with Ronan Carmody '26, who is involved in many things here at Marist from Broadcasting Club to the Bowling Team. Not to mention, he's the RedHawk mascot "security." Ronan has some advice for future RedHawks and underclassmen: get involved, and get involved early.

Mar 03, 202634:28
Conversation with Marist Senior Sarah Gutgsell

Conversation with Marist Senior Sarah Gutgsell

In this episode of the "Inside Marist," Meg Dunneback sits down with Sarah Gutgsell '26 to talk about life at Marist and future plans. Sarah will head to NYC after graduation and study in the Commercial Dance Program at Pace University in Lower Manhattan, NY. This program has an acceptance rate of under 4%! Sarah was one of only 30-40 students admitted out of 1,000-1,200 applicants. With big dreams to be a Radio City Rockette one day, Sarah is off to NYC. Live from New York... it's Sarah Gutgsell! Take a listen.

Feb 04, 202656:39
Conversation with Maddy Imala '27

Conversation with Maddy Imala '27

Meg Dunneback sits down with Maddy Imala, who is involved in many activities here at Marist while also starting her own business, Maddy's Mission, a 24/7 outdoor food pantry.

Jan 12, 202624:49
Conversation with Student Council President Nicholas Collias & Vice President Olu Onimole

Conversation with Student Council President Nicholas Collias & Vice President Olu Onimole

In the first episode of Season 5, Principal Meg Dunneback sits down with the newly elected Student Council leaders—President Nicholas Collias ’26 and Vice President Olu Onimole ’26. Together, they talk about their goals for the year, the importance of student voice, and what it means to represent the Class of 2026 at Marist.

Sep 25, 202530:57
Math & More: A Conversation with Seniors Nathen Toth, Celia Lindokken & Nathan San Gabriel

Math & More: A Conversation with Seniors Nathen Toth, Celia Lindokken & Nathan San Gabriel

Meg Dunneback sits down with Nathen Toth '25, Celia Lindokken '25, and Nathan San Gabriel '25 from the Marist Math Team. These three have not only excelled academically here at Marist, but they each have excelled in extra curricular activities and athletics as well. Since the recording of this episode, Marist announced that Celia Lindokken is the Valedictorian for the Class of 2025 and Nathen Toth is the Salutatorian for the Class of 2025.

May 14, 202501:11:52
A Conversation with Marist Senior Wrestlers: Will, George, Michael, Logan and Ricky

A Conversation with Marist Senior Wrestlers: Will, George, Michael, Logan and Ricky

In this episode of "Inside Marist," Meg Dunneback sits down with five Marist senior wrestlers: Will Denny, George Marinopoulos, Michael Esteban, Logan Mishka & Ricky Ericksen. While they have each seen much success on the mat, they have all contributed to Marist in other great ways!

Apr 14, 202550:44
Conversation With RedHawks From The First Coed Class

Conversation With RedHawks From The First Coed Class

Meg Dunneback sits down with three women with the Marist Class of 2006, the first coed class here at Marist! Please welcome Katie Hunt Cole, Monica Lang Estand, and Kate Grunauer Ferguson to the Podcast. They discuss what it was like walking into Marist as some of the first women back in the 2002-2003 school year, what their high school experience was like, where they are now and so much more! Welcome, ladies!

Apr 01, 202557:49
Conversation with Donna Czarnecki, First Female to Teach at Marist

Conversation with Donna Czarnecki, First Female to Teach at Marist

Meg Dunneback sits down with Ms. Donna Czarnecki, who is the first ever female to teach at Marist! What better way to celebrate Women's History Month than hearing from one of our own.

Mar 20, 202540:52
Conversation with Julia Bishop '27: Marist Drum Major

Conversation with Julia Bishop '27: Marist Drum Major

Meg Dunneback sits down with sophomore Julia Bishop who is involved in many activities at Marist from the poms team to the theater program and the Marist Band. Not only is she a part of the band- Julia is the Marist Drum Major! Julia is getting ready to lead the Marist marching band in the National Vietnam Veteran's Day Parade in Honolulu, HI over Spring Break. Check out the episode now!

Feb 27, 202538:39
Conversation With Alumni Joe Brand '09

Conversation With Alumni Joe Brand '09

In the 40th episode of "Inside Marist," Meg Dunneback sits down with Marist alum Joe Brand, from the Class of 2009. Joe is the radio play-by-play broadcaster for the Pittsburgh Penguins. This episode is a great listen to learn more about Joe & hear how Marist helped shaped him.

Feb 13, 202553:37
Conversation On The Power of Friendship

Conversation On The Power of Friendship

Meg Dunneback sits down with five senior girls who have wanted to be guests for some time. They talk about their experiences at Marist and the power of friendship. They love Marist and they love each other! Please welcome Cate Meehan, Bridgette Kennedy, Tessa O'Boyle, Breanna Doherty, and Brigid Coogan.

Jan 24, 202550:54
Conversation with the 2024 Girls Volleyball State Champions

Conversation with the 2024 Girls Volleyball State Champions

Meg Dunneback is back with a fun episode of "Inside Marist" featuring the 2024 girls volleyball State Champions! She sits down with seniors: Sophia McKenzie, Brooke Conlan, Maddie Berry, Molly Boyle, Ava Stratton, Bella Bullington, & Cara McLean. These girls are hard workers but know how to bring the energy & fun! They'll talk about how they ended up at Marist and what the road to state was like. Take a listen!

Dec 19, 202401:01:49
Alumni Edition: A Conversation with David Robinson '12

Alumni Edition: A Conversation with David Robinson '12

In this week's episode, Meg Dunneback sits down with David Robinson '12 to discuss how his experience at Marist has impacted his life today.

Nov 12, 202439:09
Conversation with Student Council President Jack Celauro '25 & Vice President Molly Boyle '25

Conversation with Student Council President Jack Celauro '25 & Vice President Molly Boyle '25

In this episode of "Inside Marist," Meg Dunneback sits down with Student Council President Jack Celauro '25 and Student Council Vide President Molly Boyle '25.

Nov 05, 202426:21
Conversation with Maggie McDermott '25 & Italian Exchange Students, Mary & Enrico

Conversation with Maggie McDermott '25 & Italian Exchange Students, Mary & Enrico

In this episode of "Inside Marist," Meg Dunneback sits down with Maggie McDermott '25 to talk about her senior year. Maggie's exchange students, Mary & Enrico, from a Marist school in Italy join the conversation.

Sep 27, 202431:47
Conversation with Bill Niesman ‘89, Jim Sweeney ’78, and Roger McGinty ‘83"

Conversation with Bill Niesman ‘89, Jim Sweeney ’78, and Roger McGinty ‘83"

Meg Dunneback sits down with Union leadership in Chicago.

Aug 07, 202459:27
Conversation with alumni, Morgan Gonzales '24

Conversation with alumni, Morgan Gonzales '24

Conversation with Morgan Gonzales, Marist graduate of 2024. Meg Dunneback sits down with Morgan to discuss her academics and extra curriculars and how they shaped her four years at Marist and earned her a spot at the University of Illinois.

Aug 05, 202457:10
Conversation with Counselor Holly Cox- a good listen for parents

Conversation with Counselor Holly Cox- a good listen for parents

Holly Cox discusses her time at Marist - 32 years! She gives some great advice.
Apr 26, 202452:03
Conversation with Clancy Molly and Emerson McGuire

Conversation with Clancy Molly and Emerson McGuire

Listen to Clancy and Emerson talk about their experience at Marist, our Spring Musical, Beauty and the Beast and what is was like to be on the state championship cheerleading team.
Mar 19, 202443:18
Conversation with Kam Beal and Meghan Kelly- student council president and vice president

Conversation with Kam Beal and Meghan Kelly- student council president and vice president

Get to know these senior students who are very involved at Marist.
Jan 29, 202449:19
Conversation with the class of 1973- Mike Fitzgibbons, Kevin Murphy, Tom Richardson & Joe Markunas

Conversation with the class of 1973- Mike Fitzgibbons, Kevin Murphy, Tom Richardson & Joe Markunas

The class of 1973 celebrates their 50 year reunion this year. Listen as I catch up with a few of its members. Brother Rich Grenier and English legend Mike Leahy joins in the conversation.
Sep 29, 202358:10
Conversation with Mia Macias and Mariana Mayorga - Latinos United Club

Conversation with Mia Macias and Mariana Mayorga - Latinos United Club

President and secretary of Latinos United stop by to talk about their club and how they contribute to Marist.
Sep 18, 202354:13
Conversation with Casey O’Connell

Conversation with Casey O’Connell

Get to know Casey O’Connell, Marist staff member, who although not a graduate, is connected to Marist and is very loved here.
Jun 29, 202332:40
Conversation BSU club members- Princess Buress, Alyssa McKinney, Payton Blisset and Ana Britton

Conversation BSU club members- Princess Buress, Alyssa McKinney, Payton Blisset and Ana Britton

Learn about these 3 seniors and 1 sophomore and how they contribute to the Black Student Union Club and so much more.
Apr 19, 202358:52
Conversation about Clubs with Renata Almachnee and Alan Trento.

Conversation about Clubs with Renata Almachnee and Alan Trento.

Learn more about these dynamic students and how they contribute to our CLUBS!
Apr 05, 202301:00:35
Conversation with student Camille Jones, class of 2023

Conversation with student Camille Jones, class of 2023

Listen about this future journalist and how she contributes to Marist High School.
Mar 09, 202338:13
Conversation with seniors, Isabelle Harmon, Elise Ward, Katie Tracy & Maggy Farritor

Conversation with seniors, Isabelle Harmon, Elise Ward, Katie Tracy & Maggy Farritor

Listen about these senior female student athletes and their contribution to Marist.
Feb 06, 202349:14
Conversation with students, Miles Durkin and Will Schreck.

Conversation with students, Miles Durkin and Will Schreck.

Marist creatives this year and students involved in so much at Marist. Take a listener to hear more about these great kids and how they contribute.
Jan 17, 202355:06
Conversation with seniors Nolan Baudo & Annie Shields

Conversation with seniors Nolan Baudo & Annie Shields

Listen to the president & vice president of student council.
Dec 13, 202256:51
Conversation with Alums who are working at Marist, Mike Brennan, Erik Christensen

Conversation with Alums who are working at Marist, Mike Brennan, Erik Christensen

Three former Marist students from when I was a teacher in the 90s.
Nov 15, 202252:44
Conversation with Dom Heidorn, National Merit Scholar Semifinalist

Conversation with Dom Heidorn, National Merit Scholar Semifinalist

Get to know how Dom contributes to Marist in the worlds of academics, Math Team and Boys Volleyball.
Nov 09, 202250:12
Conversation with Alex Brown & Kelsey Callaghan- All things Admissions at Marist

Conversation with Alex Brown & Kelsey Callaghan- All things Admissions at Marist

Listen up to all aspects of the admissions office at MHS.
Oct 26, 202225:55
Varsity Football Managers, Kayla Curtis, Caroline Danaher, Nayeli Scott and Brigid Withers.

Varsity Football Managers, Kayla Curtis, Caroline Danaher, Nayeli Scott and Brigid Withers.

Learn all about these lady RedHawk students and their role as football manager.
Oct 18, 202253:31
Alumni class of 1972, Marty Wirtz & Scott Milnes. Former Marist teacher & coach, Ray Balcarcel.

Alumni class of 1972, Marty Wirtz & Scott Milnes. Former Marist teacher & coach, Ray Balcarcel.

Listen to the stories of these alumni and former teacher.
Aug 12, 202201:29:54
Conversation with Father Tom Hurley

Conversation with Father Tom Hurley

Listen to Father Tom Hurley tell us more about himself and his connection to Marist High School.
Jul 21, 202248:43
Conversation with Sophomore Students

Conversation with Sophomore Students

Listen to what this group of sophomore students has to say about their experience at Marist.
Jun 06, 202245:41
Conversation with Freshman Students

Conversation with Freshman Students

Listen to how these students felt about their first year at Marist.
Jun 06, 202250:58
Conversation with Nick Baker

Conversation with Nick Baker

Learn more about Nick and his Eagle Scout project at Marist.
May 25, 202232:41
Conversation with senior, Bridget Danaher

Conversation with senior, Bridget Danaher

Listen to senior band member tell us all about how she contributes to Marist.
May 18, 202232:32
Conversation with Ben Detampel, George Bilecki and Liam Ryan

Conversation with Ben Detampel, George Bilecki and Liam Ryan

Listen to how these boys contribute to Marist and how they won the Google grand prize for a short film.
Apr 27, 202229:24
Conversation with award winning junior students, Payton Benoit, Gina Czochara and Molly Dignan

Conversation with award winning junior students, Payton Benoit, Gina Czochara and Molly Dignan

Learn more about these lady RedHawks and how they won a Google silent film award.
Apr 07, 202239:27
Conversation with disciplinary dean, Mr. Joe Inzinga

Conversation with disciplinary dean, Mr. Joe Inzinga

Get to know Mr. Joe Inzinga and all the ways he has contributed to Marist during the past 39+ years.
Mar 29, 202258:44
Conversation with junior, Kamryn Cheney.

Conversation with junior, Kamryn Cheney.

Kamryn is a junior student who is a varsity volleyball player and an entrepreneur.
Mar 24, 202239:27
Conversation with senior, Josh Rickette

Conversation with senior, Josh Rickette

Learn listen about this Marist band member who makes his own beats.
Mar 09, 202228:10
Conversation with seniors, Jayson Harris-Woodard and Sam Colón.

Conversation with seniors, Jayson Harris-Woodard and Sam Colón.

Get to know some student athletes.
Mar 04, 202246:28
Conversation with senior, Owen Gainer

Conversation with senior, Owen Gainer

Senior Owen Gainer talks about his experience at Marist and how is is involved in the Arts at Marist.
Mar 03, 202232:13