Co-Hosts Cooper Franz and Evan Pattelli joined Mr. Burgess and Mr. Franz to discuss what they were most looking forward to this school year (0:00-14:30 ).  Next, Mr. Burgess and Mr. Franz welcomed guests Leah Marlene, recording artist and Normal West grad, and Sara Williams, Choir Director at Normal West. Topics included Leah’s musical journey, including her time on American Idol and her impression left at West through the Respect 49 song, as well as where her career is headed (14:39-52:32 ). The podcast ends with a snake draft of “must haves” when camping and a brief audio clip of Respect 49.

This is our longest podcast in PodCATS history, but is WELL WORTH the time to listen or watch!