Category Archives: Best of the Bright

Listening to America, Season 9: Mark Unlimited



Mark, Class of 2024, shares the song that makes him feel unlimited. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 5: Ethan Unlimited



“It’s not just the sound that makes us feel unlimited, it’s where we hear the sound.” Ethan, Class of 2023, shares the sound that makes him feel unlimited. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 5: Stephen Unlimited



“The truth is I wish I could have some of those days back.” Stephen, Class of 2023, shares the song that makes him feel unlimited. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 5: Clarisse Unlimited



“For three minutes and twenty-nine seconds my anxiety disappears.” Clarisse, Class of 2023, shares the song that makes her feel unlimited. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 4: Marcie’s “Wouldn’t It Be Nice?”



Marcie, Class of 2023, explores young love, innocence, and freedom in Dana Spiotta’s Eat the Document. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 3: State of American Music



What does John Coltrane’s (1926-1967) album Blue Train have to do with trap music and mumble rap? Ben, Class of 2022, connects the dots while exploring the life, music, and legacy of the legendary jazz saxophonist and composer. This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Rap Chat Podcast



“In order to make something special, risks need to be taken.” Sammy, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of jazz composer, band leader, and pianist Duke Ellington (1899-1974). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 2: Music Legends 101



Christian, Class of 2021, explores the life, music, and legacy of country music pioneer, singer-songwriter Ernest Tubb (1914-1984). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.


Listening to America, Season 1: Keepin’ It Real with Nina Simone



Sydney, Class of 2020, explores the life, music, and legacy of singer, pianist, and songwriter Nina Simone (1933-2003). This episode is brought to you by Listening to America, a series developed by Mr. Miley’s American Literature students.