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Creativity thrives with Madison News Network

Gretchen Schmitt, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

Anchors, writers and editors race to meet deadlines on the set of Madison News Network.The student-led broadcast journalism class produces a show that airs every black day Friday during Advisory. Each...

Scoring Big: The Transformation of Super Bowl Commercials

Maddy Lehman, Features Editor March 6, 2025

The Super Bowl is more than just a football game; it is an event that draws in millions every year. In addition to the excitement on the field, the commercials have also become a major part of the whole...

“Wicked” at its core: deconstructing the politics of Oz.

Varenya Rao-Mallela, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2025

Before Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked” (2024) was a record-breaking film grossing over $700 million worldwide, or even a hit Broadway musical, it was first an allegorical novel written by Gregory Maguire in...

Finding my time to yap: How I created a podcast

Molly Carrigan, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2025

Podcasts are the ultimate synergy of traditional media and 21st-century technology. Coined by journalist Ben Hammersley in 2004, the term “podcast” combines “broadcast” with the early 2000s sensation,...

Striking a chord: students immerse themselves in music industry

Kathleen Morrow, Features Editor January 16, 2025

It is not uncommon to hear about the endeavors, stresses or responsibilities of the typical high school student. Some, however, have unique pursuits; in this case, songwriting and performance. A number...

Jazz Band in Full Swing

Catherine McGuire, In-Depth Editor January 16, 2025

Amid the chatter in the hallways and ring of the school bells, the jazz band is making noise that echoes beyond the classroom walls. As the group gears up for the holiday performance season, members offer...

We don’t sleep on “Saturday Night”

Darius Bagherian, Editor-in-Chief January 16, 2025

Those anticipatory months of anxiously waiting for the next interval of your favorite show are often more engaging than the premier itself. You remember hearing when the show got renewed for another season,...

“Puffs” features fresh comedy and exciting cast of characters

Monica Wong, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

November came around, and many students grew excited for the fall production. There was a special air of thrill this year because the fall’s play would be the first MAD Drama show to be directed by new...

Childhood shows foster a big impact

Elizabeth Rose, Designer October 31, 2024

Most people have fond memories of watching their favorite show as a kid. Often, they can tie interests or important life lessons back to these beloved shows, and many people can attribute parts of their...

Rise of house music

Megan Hutchison, Online Editor & Designer October 31, 2024

What do you think of when you hear “house music”? The vague term likely incites images of the late 2000s, with its parties, clubs and eclectic fashion. All of this is nostalgic to those who grew up...

The ethics of true crime podcasts

Natalie Hosage, Community Editor April 26, 2024

True crime in literature has been around since the 17th century, initially captivating readers with the thrilling hunts for witchcraft and other sacrilegious acts. Modern-day shows like “Forensic Files”...

Madison English teachers’ top book picks of 2023

Eli Hendon, Staff Writer April 26, 2024

It can be hard to find a good book: the title doesn’t spark the imagination, the summary leaves something to be desired, or the cover just fails to draw you in. So, to save you some time, here are five...

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