http://www.whje.com/web Student-run youth radio Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:52:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 WHJE is an award winning, non-commercial educational radio station broadcasting from Carmel High School in Carmel, Indiana. This student-run station airs 18 original weekly shows, plus all major Carmel HS sports broadcasts. In addition, WHJE students produce numerous community affairs programs focusing on a wide array of topics. WHJE Radio no WHJE Radio bspilbeler@whje.com bspilbeler@whje.com (WHJE Radio) Copyright © WHJE 2010 Student-run youth radio Youth, Radio, Educational, Non-Commercial, Audio, High School, WHJE, Carmel http://www.whje.com/web/photos/whjelogo.JPG http://www.whje.com/web Carmel, Indiana http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4334 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4334#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:52:59 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4334 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4334/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4321 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4321#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:56:08 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4321 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4321/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4312 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4312#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:27:13 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4312 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4312/feed 0 On Thursday February 9th, WHJE welcomed Cub Scouts from Hamilton County to tour the station.  While touring the station, the boys enjoyed learning about what makes the station run smoothly.  They also had the opportunity to experience going live on the... On Thursday February 9th, WHJE welcomed Cub Scouts from Hamilton County to tour the station.  While touring the station, the boys enjoyed learning about what makes the station run smoothly.  They also had the opportunity to experience going live on the air with the help of WHJE staff members. WHJE Radio no 5:28 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4229 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4229#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:12:24 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4229 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4229/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4198 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4198#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:40:07 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4198 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4198/feed 0 Here in America, we are rather blessed with the freedoms that our first amendment guarantees us. However, people in other areas of the world are not quite so lucky. In this piece, I speak of what life is like where the government has total control over... Here in America, we are rather blessed with the freedoms that our first amendment guarantees us. However, people in other areas of the world are not quite so lucky. In this piece, I speak of what life is like where the government has total control over what is said and done, and how the people reacted. The particular group of people that I am speaking ofare the citizens of Egypt. These people were able to recognize and stand up for those rights that we choose to take for granted everyday of our lives. WHJE Radio no 4:08 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4274 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4274#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:36:38 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4274 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4274/feed 0  With the wide variety of music sweeping the industry nowadays, there are plenty of stereotypes that are associated with different genres. Some people don’t recognize the similarities in the messages of two different types of songs. Instead,  With the wide variety of music sweeping the industry nowadays, there are plenty of stereotypes that are associated with different genres. Some people don’t recognize the similarities in the messages of two different types of songs. Instead, they make generalizations by the image of its listeners. This project aims to open the ears of listeners to the real purpose of songs in different genres. WHJE Radio no 3:09 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4180 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4180#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:32:01 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4180 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4180/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4140 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4140#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:28:35 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4140 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4140/feed 1  It’s pretty common to hear teenage girls talking about how they wish to be thinner.  It’s what the media shows and this is what girls believe they need to be happy or pretty.  Being thin my entire life, I have to say that it really isn’t all that it’s...  It’s pretty common to hear teenage girls talking about how they wish to be thinner.  It’s what the media shows and this is what girls believe they need to be happy or pretty.  Being thin my entire life, I have to say that it really isn’t all that it’s made out to be.  This blog takes you inside personal stories about what really happens when you achieve that “picture perfect size”. WHJE Radio no 3:03 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4174 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4174#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:18:16 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4174 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4174/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4168 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4168#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:33:30 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4168 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4168/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4149 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4149#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:11:32 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4149 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4149/feed 0  I’ve never really understood the whole “censorship” debate.  The First Amendment says that we, as Americans, have freedom of speech.  Why then are certain words, phrases, or images blocked from our view or television, radio, or in this case books? -  I’ve never really understood the whole “censorship” debate.  The First Amendment says that we, as Americans, have freedom of speech.  Why then are certain words, phrases, or images blocked from our view or television, radio, or in this case books? Banned books goes back to the 1970s.  Parents were upset over the kind of language that their children were being exposed to in some of the books they were reading in school.  That set off a 30 year long, and continuous debate. This piece reflects my view of banned books, and also shares a first-hand experience of someone, for which this topic hits a little closer to home. WHJE Radio no 4:08 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4143 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4143#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:06:52 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4143 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4143/feed 0  It recently came to my attention that racism may still be an issue when it comes to the college and pro level of coaching. So I decided to do my rant on how I think that even though these actions by colleges and pro teams may be un-intentional,  It recently came to my attention that racism may still be an issue when it comes to the college and pro level of coaching. So I decided to do my rant on how I think that even though these actions by colleges and pro teams may be un-intentional, they still occur, and need to be addressed more often. We live in a new millennium, not the 60’s. WHJE Radio no 3:09 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4134 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4134#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:53:31 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4134 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4134/feed 0 I have seen too many people say that they like to drink, but they get themselves way over their head when they drink too much. People don’t realize just how harmful something so simple can be. It can change your entire life in one night. I have seen too many people say that they like to drink, but they get themselves way over their head when they drink too much. People don’t realize just how harmful something so simple can be. It can change your entire life in one night. But people continue to drink excessively. Through this piece I hope to change the opinion you have on alcohol, at least learn the responsibilities you are entitled when you are handed a bottle. WHJE Radio no 3:09 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4128 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4128#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:47:41 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4128 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4128/feed 0  Carmel Indiana. It’s just a city. But it’s targeted for being the largest high school in the state, for being successful, for its lack of diversity, and the average income of its citizens. Sure, these stereotypes seem to be easy to prove.  Carmel Indiana. It’s just a city. But it’s targeted for being the largest high school in the state, for being successful, for its lack of diversity, and the average income of its citizens. Sure, these stereotypes seem to be easy to prove. I mean they’re all rich, white, blonde, and snobby right? Not exactly. Carmel happens to be the largest high school in the state, but that is not the reason for its success. Is Carmel the most diverse city in the world? No, of course not. But it’s not the worst. It’s not even the worst in Hamilton County. There are wealthy people that live in Carmel. Blondes live in Carmel. I’m pretty sure snobby people live in Carmel too. But most of us are just regular old people. WHJE Radio no 4:47 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4123 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4123#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:40:10 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4123 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4123/feed 0  Driving, something any high schooler cannot wait to do on their own. If someone asked you what age you have to be to get your license you’d say 16, right? Not if you live in Indiana, because the driving age in Indiana is 16 and a half.  Driving, something any high schooler cannot wait to do on their own. If someone asked you what age you have to be to get your license you’d say 16, right? Not if you live in Indiana, because the driving age in Indiana is 16 and a half. This just doesn’t make sense to me. To me there is really no good reason why to delay the driving age by something as little as 5 months. This is one of the many things I rant about in, “Why Can’t I Drive?” WHJE Radio no 3:05 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4118 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4118#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:36:37 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4118 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4118/feed 0  College, it’s one word that stands for many things; the gateway to a successful life, the best part of school, and even a big expense that is causing a lot of debt. In It’s Not Looking Good Paul Schiffman uses his own experience to tell the story of t...  College, it’s one word that stands for many things; the gateway to a successful life, the best part of school, and even a big expense that is causing a lot of debt. In It’s Not Looking Good Paul Schiffman uses his own experience to tell the story of the college debt that thousands of students are getting from cost of college. Schiffman breaks down the total cost of college and compares it to factors, like the average salary for a college student and the percent of students in debt, to come to the scary conclusion that if something isn’t done about the cost of college. We will be seeing an era of students moving back in with their parents. WHJE Radio no 3:43 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4109 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4109#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:27:47 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4109 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4109/feed 0  Asperger’s Syndrome is a disorder that is often misunderstood because it is more of a social disorder rather than a physical disorder.  For this reason, kids with this syndrome often are mistreated.  Take my brother Andrew for example.  Asperger’s Syndrome is a disorder that is often misunderstood because it is more of a social disorder rather than a physical disorder.  For this reason, kids with this syndrome often are mistreated.  Take my brother Andrew for example.  There is much more to him than meets the eye. WHJE Radio no 3:23 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4099 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4099#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:18:36 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4099 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4099/feed 0  Everyone in the state of Indiana knows what Carmel is considered. A rich kid school where everyone is stuck up and spoiled. In my in-depth, I discuss this issue into more detail. Is Carmel really the “Stuck up” “rich kid school?  Everyone in the state of Indiana knows what Carmel is considered. A rich kid school where everyone is stuck up and spoiled. In my in-depth, I discuss this issue into more detail. Is Carmel really the “Stuck up” “rich kid school?” I know from my experiences here at Carmel High School, that this is not the case by any means. So sit back, and listen to my Rant about the wonders of Carmel High School! WHJE Radio no 2:57 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4094 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4094#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:12:34 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4094 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4094/feed 0  Hipster. You’ve heard the word, maybe even been characterized by it, but what does it really mean? There are many connotations that come with the stereotype; some are pretty cool but others aren’t so great. I should know,  Hipster. You’ve heard the word, maybe even been characterized by it, but what does it really mean? There are many connotations that come with the stereotype; some are pretty cool but others aren’t so great. I should know, because I’m one of the few at Carmel High School that falls directly underneath the Hipster Label. WHJE Radio no 4:46 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4080 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4080#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:59:59 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4080 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4080/feed 0 They’re not reporting facts. They’re reporting opinions. That’s modern journalism. It’s all about creating an image to sell. And that’s not good, friend-o’s. How can we the people fairly decide on an issue if we don’t get the facts to start with? They’re not reporting facts. They’re reporting opinions. That’s modern journalism. It’s all about creating an image to sell. And that’s not good, friend-o’s. How can we the people fairly decide on an issue if we don’t get the facts to start with? Keep that in mind next time you’re watching the “fair and balanced” news in the morning. WHJE Radio no 2:48 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4074 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4074#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:55:24 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4074 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4074/feed 0  As a junior in high school your entire life changes. You take classes for what you want to do when you grow up. Your counselors and parents are pushing and pushing to get you to decide what you want to do or where you want to go.  As a junior in high school your entire life changes. You take classes for what you want to do when you grow up. Your counselors and parents are pushing and pushing to get you to decide what you want to do or where you want to go. But when is the real time to decide? I interviewed friends and listened to words from Steve Jobs to try to get a better idea of when I should make this life decision. WHJE Radio no 6:40 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4063 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4063#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:50:20 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4063 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4063/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4041 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4041#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:00:05 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4041 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4041/feed 0 At some point in every girl’s life, she’ll get dragged into the world of gossip.  And once she’s dragged, there’s no guarantees she’s coming out.  In this world of gossip, she’ll talk about others, be talked about, hurt people, At some point in every girl’s life, she’ll get dragged into the world of gossip.  And once she’s dragged, there’s no guarantees she’s coming out.  In this world of gossip, she’ll talk about others, be talked about, hurt people, and probably get hurt herself.  But why does she do this? Come to think of it, why does anybody? This has always been something that’s confused me: we know how bad it can be, so why do we do it?  In this commentary, I’ll take you through some of science of gossip, mixed with my opinion of course, and get to the root of the hardcore battle that is teenage gossip. WHJE Radio no 3:15 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4037 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4037#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:59:15 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4037 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4037/feed 0 Performing arts programs in school are disappearing all over the country. Many schools just don’t have the money to support having extra programs in addition to the ones required by state law. However, many schools don’t understand that when they cut t... Performing arts programs in school are disappearing all over the country. Many schools just don’t have the money to support having extra programs in addition to the ones required by state law. However, many schools don’t understand that when they cut the performing arts programs they are also cutting the opportunities of all the children short. These performing arts programs not only improve kids attitude about school and they’re overall  happiness, but it also helps with general intelligence skills that are used in their everyday lives. These programs are something no school can afford to WHJE Radio no 3:02 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4030 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4030#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:00:53 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4030 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4030/feed 0 Airport security has tightened up significantly since 9/11. It’s all meant to make us feel safe, and the new security measures are really going the extra mile to do that. But the question is: where do we draw the line? In this production, Airport security has tightened up significantly since 9/11. It’s all meant to make us feel safe, and the new security measures are really going the extra mile to do that. But the question is: where do we draw the line? In this production, you’ll hear my point of view on the extent and consistency of the new procedures, with supporting experiences from my friends and family members. All is well until you or someone you know is the object of suspicion; when your intentions are questioned based on the color of your skin. This security paranoia was intended to rebuild our trust, but is it? WHJE Radio no 5:11 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4020 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4020#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:00:16 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4020 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4020/feed 0 A simple story that at the same time drives the point home on how we need to take a step back in everything that we are caught up in with today’s technology. A simple story that at the same time drives the point home on how we need to take a step back in everything that we are caught up in with today’s technology. WHJE Radio no 2:52 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4007 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4007#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:13:27 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=4007 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/4007/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3995 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3995#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:15:00 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3995 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3995/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3931 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3931#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:32:01 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3931 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3931/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3924 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3924#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:19:38 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3924 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3924/feed 0           The Staff of WHJE have come to know the Saltcast (now known as How Sound) very well as we used to listen to a story from it at the beginning of every class period.  How Sound reveals "The Backstory to Great Radio Storytelling" by selecting ...           The Staff of WHJE have come to know the Saltcast (now known as How Sound) very well as we used to listen to a story from it at the beginning of every class period.  How Sound reveals "The Backstory to Great Radio Storytelling" by selecting a different piece each month to feature.  They then uncover the rigorous "behind the scenes" work that went into producing the piece.  As we listened to these pieces each class, none of us ever dreamed that one day we would be listening to our own piece being featured on the podcast; but that's what ended up happening.  Ian Kathan's piece "Different, Not Disabled" that he produced in 2010 was chosen to be featured on How Sound and the podcast was released this month. So check out the complete post on How Sound's site here, or listen to it below.  You can also see the original WHJE post of his story here. WHJE Radio no 15:00 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/2296 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/2296#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:00:35 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=2296 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/2296/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3807 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3807#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:53:00 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3807 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3807/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3784 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3784#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:27:22 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3784 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3784/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3342 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3342#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:15:27 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3342 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3342/feed 0 This project depicts the activities that are important in my life. As a student at one of the largest schools in Indiana there is much diversity and culture. What makes me different are my passions for skateboarding and music. This project depicts the activities that are important in my life. As a student at one of the largest schools in Indiana there is much diversity and culture. What makes me different are my passions for skateboarding and music. Both of these activities are a window of opportunity to express myself and be creative. People can relate to my story because everybody has a passion that conflicts with other priorities in life. WHJE Radio no 5:03 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3658 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3658#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:33:44 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3658 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3658/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3611 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3611#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:15:24 +0000 whjestaff http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3611 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3611/feed 1 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3638 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3638#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:07:39 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3638 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3638/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3605 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3605#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:13:31 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3605 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3605/feed 0 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3310 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3310#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:00:11 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3310 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3310/feed 0 My first Audio Blog centers on my life with music. Listening to music is one of my favorite things to do in the whole entire world. The only thing I love more than music, is Playing music. Playing music for me is a tool I use to get out emotions. My first Audio Blog centers on my life with music. Listening to music is one of my favorite things to do in the whole entire world. The only thing I love more than music, is Playing music. Playing music for me is a tool I use to get out emotions. There’s is nothing you can’t express with an instrument. From happy emotions to sad to even depressed, playing and listening to music is my best medicine. It is my passion. But, there is a catch. With junior year in front of me, I am in fear for my musical life. I’m afraid that if I don’t try hard enough my passion for listening and playing music will be taken away from me by the pressures of school. WHJE Radio no 5:49 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3571 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3571#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:24:24 +0000 admin http://www.whje.com/web/?p=3571 http://www.whje.com/web/archives/3571/feed 0