Hills Review

It's Monday, April 3rd, 2023 and welcome to the April edition of Hills Review -- the High School East Student Podcast. When you ask many people what they think about people who suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, the most common response is that it's "all in their head" or that they need to "toughen up." On Tuesday, Asiya Hasanoff discusses why it is so important to change this view and to seriously address mental health issues. What is the life of a musician really like? This Wednesday, Jasmine Foster talks with Stephanie Alvarenga – a vocal coach, piano instructor, songwriter, arranger, singer, and conductor who has dedicated her life to making and teaching music. While practice, talent, and hard work certainly help athletes get better, there are other – more unusual things – that can help student athletes succeed. This Thursday, Rachel Neuman talks to High School East athletes and coaches about some of the superstitions that help make the difference between winning and