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Real Talk. Real Stories. Real Talent.
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Season 2 (2025–26)
🚑 Ep. 2: EMT Pathway Spotlight – Yahaira & Leighanna (9/29/25 – 2m 54s)

• Yahaira interviews Leighanna, an EMT student at Wilbur Cross, about what it’s like to train as a first responder. From tackling tough textbook lessons and hands-on practice to earning a certification and planning for careers in healthcare, the EMT pathway is preparing students for real futures in medicine. ___________________________________  

🧪 Ep. 1: Inside BioCity: Student Pathways to Science Careers- Karen (9/08/25-  5m 46s)

• Luz chats with Karen about what it’s like to step into a real biotech lab. From hands-on experiments and teamwork to earning college credits and meeting scientists, BioCity is opening doors for high school students to explore future careers in cancer research, genetics, biomedical engineering, and more. ___________________________________   

Season 1 (2024–25) 

   ⚖️ Ep. 6: Voices for Change- John Carlos (6/09/25- 10m 49s)

• Yahaira sits down with Cross student government leader John Carlos Musser for a powerful conversation on youth activism, school funding, and how students can create real change.   ___________________________________   
  
  🎸 Ep. 5: Notes & Rhythms- Danyele’s Soundtrack (5/07/25- 7m 27s)

• Daniel interviews his longtime friend Danyele, a talented musician who shares how music helps her express emotion, what inspires her, and how she approaches playing and creating. 

🔉 Audio Engineer: Naruna Vora Camp
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⚽ Ep. 4: Captains on the Field- Jed & Andre (4/30/25- 3m 24s)

• Juliana and Marlowe sit down with Jed and Andre, the boys’ soccer team captains, for a conversation about favorite games, team moments, and what it’s like to lead on the field at Cross.  
  
  🔉 Audio Engineer: Naruna Vora Camp
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CrossTalk Mission Statement
CrossTalk amplifies student voices through student-led podcasts that spotlight the stories, creativity, and spirit of Wilbur Cross High School. Our mission is to create space for students to lead, inspire and connect our school community.  

🌍 Listen to Cross the World Podcast!
Student Stories. Global Journeys. Cross Connections.
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Season 2 (2025–26)
🎓 Ep. 2: ConnCAP at Southern – Luz & Sayde (9/29/25 – 2m 58s)

• Luz talks with Sayde about her experience in ConnCAP, a pre-college program at Southern Connecticut State University that partners with New Haven Public Schools. From tutoring and mentoring to college visits and earning credits while still in high school, ConnCAP helps students prepare academically, mentally, and socially for the transition to college and future careers.

💡 Multilingual Transcript Ep. 2-  English, Spanish, Tigrinya, Pashto, Arabic, Persian, Swahili
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🌄 Ep. 1: From Mexico & Ecuador to Cross- Esmeralda & Oscar (9/15/25- 2m 14s)

• Esmeralda from Mexico and Oscar from Ecuador share their journeys, challenges, and dreams at Wilbur Cross High School. From saying goodbye to their homes to building new opportunities in New Haven, their stories highlight courage and hope for the future.

💡 Multilingual Transcript Ep. 1-  English, Spanish, Tigrinya, Pashto, Arabic, Persian, Swahili
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Season 1 (2024–25) 

⛹️‍♀️⚽️ Ep. 2: Un Equipo, Muchas Voces- Girls’ Soccer at Wilbur Cross (6/02/25- 2m 04s)

• Juliana and Karen share how joining the Wilbur Cross girls’ soccer team helped them build confidence, make new friends, and feel more connected to school. Whether you're new to Cross or just looking for a way to get involved, this episode shows why trying out for the team might be your best move yet. 

💡 Multilingual Transcript Ep. 2-  English, Spanish, Tigrinya, Pashto, Arabic, Persian
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🏔️ Ep 1: Husna’s Journey (4/24/25- 4m 2s)

• In this first episode, Jose interviews Husna, a Wilbur Cross student originally from Afghanistan, who shares her story with honesty, strength, and hope for the future. 

💡 Multilingual Transcript Ep. 1-  English, Spanish, Tigrinya, Pashto, Arabic, Persian
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Cross the World Mission Statement
Cross the World highlights the journeys, cultures, and dreams of our international and multilingual students. Our mission is to celebrate diversity, build understanding, and share student voices with encouragement and respect.