RosCast: In Conversation with ...

The Rossall Podcast

RosCast

Rossall School has launched its own podcast, hosted by School Captain, Joe, and Deputy School Captain, Kai.

Weekly, Joe or Kai will be joined by a guest with a connection to the School to discuss life and all things Rossall.

Here is our most recent episode.

Series 1

RosCast: In Conversation With...

EPISODE 1 - INTRODUCTION

2nd December 2022

In this introductory episode School Captain, Joe, and Deputy School Captain, Kai, discuss their experiences of Rossall, plans for the podcast, and even debate which type of model train is superior.

EPISODE 2 - In Conversation with Mr Dixon

9th December 2022

Deputy School Captain, Kai, sat down with Physics teacher Mr Mark Dixon, to discuss their favourite Physics topics, life as a boarder and a Houseparent at Rossall and how Rossall pupils manage to balance their busy schedules.

Episode 3 - In Conversation with West End Star Rob Houchen

15th December 2022

School Captain, Joe, sat down with West End Star Rob Houchen last week ahead of Rob’s Christmas concert at Rossall. 
 
They discussed Rob’s time as Marius in Les Misérables, his love of Sondheim, and Rob’s side hustle as a peanut butter manufacturer? 
 
Rob Houchen is the Ambassador of our Broadway Academy of Performing Arts, inspiring young people at Rossall, and in the local community, to embrace their love of musical theatre and learn the skills required to be the stars of tomorrow. 
 

The next episode of RosCast will be released on 6th January 2023

Episode 4 - In Conversation with Nicole, Year 13

Deputy School Captain, Kai, sits down with classmate Nicole to talk about her experiences of joining Rossall as an international pupil.

 

Episode 5 - In Conversation with Callum Baxter, OR (JS & Pe 97-11)

School Captain Joe sits down with Rossall Alumni (Old Rossallian) Callum Baxter to discuss his time at Rossall and impressive career in the 10+ years since he left Rossall Sixth Form.

Episode 6 - In Conversation with Eleanor, Year 13

School Captain Joe sits down with Eleanor (Year 13) to discuss her passion for poetry and future aspirations.

Episode 7 - In Conversation with Alice, Year 13

Kai sits down with School Captain Alice (Year 13) to discuss her Rossall experience and her extracurricular activities. 

Episode 8 - In Conversation with Mr Mark Bradley

School Captain Joe (Year 13) sat down with Mr. Bradley to discuss geography, travel and the ongoing restoration of the tram. 

 

Episode 9 - In Conversation with Alistair Horabin

School Captain Joe (Year 13) sat down with Alistair Horabin (Old Rossallian, Parent & The Boathouse Youth Ambassador) to discuss his time at Rossall and the upcoming Rossall Race Night charity event on Saturday 15th April.

Episode 10 - In Conversation with Ian Preston

Deputy School Captain Kai sat down with Ian Preston (Old Rossallian) to discuss his time at Rossall, favourite memories and his involvement with the Old Rossallian club.

Episode 11 - In Conversation with Mr. Richard McDowell

School Captain Joe (Year 13) sat down with Mr. Richard McDowell, a former Teacher and current Archivist at Rossall School.

Episode 12 - In Conversation with Mr. Charles Rowe

School Captain Joe (Year 13) sat down with Mr. Charles Rowe (History Teacher) to discuss their passion for History and playing Rossall Fives with the Old Rossallian community.

Episode 13 - In Conversation with Mr. McDonald

Deputy School Captain Kai sat down with Mr. McDonald (MFL Teacher) to discuss his time working at Rossall and his love for languages.

Episode 14 - In Conversation with Kathryn Stott

School Captain Joe sat down with renowned pianist Kathryn Stott to discuss her role as Associate Professor of Rossall’s International Piano Academy and their shared interest in opera.

Episode 15 - In Conversation with Dr. Dohmen

Deputy School Captain Kai sat down with Dr. Dohmen (Teacher of German & Head of European Admissions) to discuss the importance of language, the history of Rossall and the upcoming OR (Old Rossallian) German Dinner in Munich.

Episode 16 - In Conversation with Arthur Stephenson

School Captain Joe sat down with Arthur Stephenson (Life Governor of Rossall School, Old Rossallian, Hon Sec Rossallian Golf Society) to discuss his time at Rossall, House competitions and his greatest memories.

Episode 17 - In Conversation with Jeremy Quartermain, Headmaster

Episode 18 - In Conversation with Dr Nick Lister

Former Deputy School Captain Kai sat down with Dr. Nick Lister (Resident Astronomer, Lawrence House) to discuss why Astronomy is so important, the planetarium here at Rossall School and his fascinating family tree.

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