The Making Sense with Mr. Smith Podcast

Episode 28: Current Events Roundtable

Christine Aspen, Commentary Editor • September 29, 2025

Host Christine Aspen is joined by a small group of classmates to discuss a wide range of topics with US history teacher Mr. Smith, from recent challenges to freedom of speech to the United Nations general assembly in New York City.

Given the serious nature of the subject matter covered in this conversation, this podcast is most suitable for high school students and older members of the audience.

About the Contributor

Christine Aspen, Commentary Editor

Christine is a senior at Brownell Talbot; she has been at BT for 15 years and on Verbatim for three. Christine participates in many activities such as orchestra and powerlifting. Outside of school she has many passions, such as beekeeping, camping, and discussing current events. Christine is excited for another year working on Verbatim and can’t wait to continue journalism this year.

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Angela Hensley • Sep 18, 2025 at 9:55 am

Amazing podcast! Christine is so well-spoken.


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Gwenniviere Wistar Aspen • Oct 1, 2024 at 2:27 pm

Awesome podcast! Love the perspective.


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Jeremy Aspen • Apr 30, 2024 at 5:16 pm

That really is a nice cover. It’s really nice hearing the next generation learning about these complicated topics.


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Kidman Ip • Dec 13, 2022 at 1:21 am

Who made the podcast cover? It’s amazing!


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  adviser • Dec 13, 2022 at 9:09 am
  
  Paige Birch, who has done the artwork for most of the graphics on the site.
  
  
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