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Mike Siciliano
Podcast

The Eagle Perspective

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Eagle Perspective Podcast

The “Eagle Perspective” podcast invites you to get an inside look at the heartbeat of Santa Fe Christian! Hear from our dynamic guests as they touch on all things SFC from mentorship, educational philosophies, athletics programs, student life, faith, and more! Get ready for some great insights, rich conversations, and a whole lot of fun as you listen in and gain a better “Eagle Perspective.”
 
 

 

Episodes

 
23 Min

Ep. 23 - Conversations with Friends: John Salyer

In this episode, Mike sits down with none other than Upper School teacher and coach John Salyer! John enthusiastically shares about his 35 years at SFC, some fond memories, and a behind-the-scenes look at SFC broadcasting and SFCtv.

 
32 Min

Ep. 22 - Conversations with Friends: Sissy Goff and David Thomas pt. 2

In this episode, Mike sits down with Sissy Goff and David Thomas, child and adolescent development experts to talk about helping children deal with feelings of anxiety, disappointment, anger, and perfectionism.

 
30 Min

Ep. 21 - Conversations with Friends: Sissy Goff and David Thomas pt. 1

In this episode, Mike sits down with Sissy Goff and David Thomas, child and adolescent development experts to talk about the differences between raising boys and girls, increased anxiety in children, and how parents can help.

 
33 Min

Ep. 20 - The Social Institute Program

One of the most difficult challenges in today’s world - for both students and parents - is navigating social media. While social media can connect us like never before, it also comes with confusing challenges and has a significant impact on the mental and physical well-being as well as the identity formation of our students. Join Kristi, Matt, and Mike as they discuss partnering with parents and share some tools available to help students navigate social media in a positive way.

 
17 Min

Ep. 19 - SFC Students Sandy Cameron and Dante Rotchford

Last Friday morning, just after carpool, our beloved staff member Clemente Mejia's truck was destroyed by a fire on Academy Drive. The SFC student body, appreciative of his nearly 25 years of faithful service and support to our school, were compelled to help. Hear from SFC students Sandy Cameron and Dante Rotchford! They share how students rallied together to compassionately start a GoFundMe to help Mr. Mejia purchase a new truck and how amazed and moved they were at how the SFC community responded with such generosity in just two days.

 
27 Min

Ep. 18 - Attributes of God

In this episode, Mike sits down with Lower School Principal and Assistant Principal, Hannah Park, to talk about spiritual development and the chapel theme: Attributes of God.

 
28 Min

Ep. 17 - A Yard of Books pt. 7: Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert for the seventh installment of the Eagle Perspective’s series “A Yard of Books.”

 
23 Min

Ep. 16 - Conversations with Friends: Willie Briscoe pt. 2

In this episode, Mike and Rod are joined by Willie Briscoe, SFC father and founder of the Hope Leadership Academy, for part two of their discussion about race and SFC's new GRACE acronym.

 
20 Min

Ep. 15 - Conversations with Friends: Willie Briscoe pt. 1

In this episode, Mike and Rod are joined by Willie Briscoe, SFC father and founder of the Hope Leadership Academy, to discuss race and the importance of giving children the knowledge and vocabulary to talk about the topic in a healthy manner and from a biblical standpoint.

 
29 Min

Ep. 14 - A Yard of Books pt. 6: James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, for the sixth installment of the Eagle Perspective’s mini-series “A Yard of Books.”

 
29 Min

Ep. 13 - A Yard of Books pt. 5: The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, and Middle School English teacher, Marvel Gest, for the fifth installment of the Eagle Perspective’s mini-series “A Yard of Books.”

 
19 Min

Ep. 12 - A Yard of Books pt. 4: Pinocchio and Reading Aloud

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, and assistant Lower School Principal, Amanda Walker, for the fourth installment of the Eagle Perspective’s new mini-series “A Yard of Books.”

 
25 Min

Ep. 11 - A Yard of Books pt. 3: The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, and bible teacher, Steve Kim, for the third installment of the Eagle Perspective’s new mini-series “A Yard of Books.”

 
21 Min

Ep. 10 - A Yard of Books pt. 2: The Leadership Challenge by Barry Posner and James Kouzes

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, for the second installment of the Eagle Perspective’s new mini-series “A Yard of Books.”

 
27 Min

Ep. 9 - Growing in Christ

In this episode, Mike sits down with two members of SFC’s Bible department, Augustus Garcia and Joy Stephenson, to discuss faith, spiritual growth, and how SFC encourages students in their lifelong journey in Christ.

 
19 Min

Ep. 8 - A Yard of Books pt. 1: The Book of Virtues by William Bennett

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, for the first installment of the Eagle Perspective’s new mini-series “A Yard of Books.”

 
31 Min

Ep. 7 - Plato’s Allegory of the Cave

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s Head of Schools, Rod Gilbert, and philosophy teacher, Jenny Cattaneo, to discuss SFC’s philosophy program and explore the story of Plato’s Allegory of the Cave.

 
31 Min

Ep. 6 - Mentorship Through Athletics

In this episode, Mike sits down with SFC’s head football coach, John Wallace, and SFC alumni, basketball and football coach, Carter Roberts, to discuss athletic mentorship at SFC.

 
23 Min

Ep. 5 - How do I Know My Child is Ready for Kindergarten?

In this episode, Mike sits down with Lower School Principal, Hannah Park, and Assistant Principal, Amanda Walker to talk about what kindergarten readiness looks like and how you can determine your child is ready for kindergarten.

 
25 Min

Ep. 4 - The Athletic Edge pt. 2 with Chad Bickley

In this episode of the Eagle Perspective podcast, Mike Siciliano sits down with Santa Fe Christian’s head basketball coach and former, long-time athletic director, Chad Bickley. They discuss SFC’s athletics and basketball programs, Bickley’s coaching philosophies, and how team culture helps players deepen their faith.

 
40 Min

Ep. 3 - Painting the Picture of an SFC Graduate with Rod Gilbert

In this episode, Mike sits down with Rod Gilbert, Head of Schools, to discuss his philosophy of education and the integral role faith plays in learning. They discuss why it’s so important to have a Christian education, why the COVID-19 pandemic has led families to private schools like SFC, and where SFC is headed.

 
32 Min

Ep. 2 - Remote Learning with Kristi Ellis, Cynthia Nixon, and Sarah Baughman

Mike Siciliano, Dean of Students of the Upper School, and faculty members Kristi Ellis, Cynthia Nixon, and Sarah Baughman, discuss remote learning at SFC, diving into topics such as remote learning practices and tools, student experiences, teacher collaboration, and how SFC continues to maintain community, mentorship and discipleship.

 
33 Min

Ep. 1 - The Athletic Edge pt. 1 with Doug Miller

Mike Siciliano, Dean of Students of the Upper School, and Director of Athletics, Doug Miller, have an in-depth conversation about the Athletics programs at Santa Fe Christian and what makes it so unique.

 
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