Nichols Talk Podcast
Nichols Talk Podcast is a student-based podcast run out of Nichols School. The goal of the podcast series is to create a platform that promotes the Nichols community. By engaging different personalities and Nichols, we hope to foster unity by introducing the podcast individuals to a larger audience. In the process of making these podcasts, students, teachers, parents, and anyone who tunes in to listen will be provided with a unique opportunity to get to know the Nichols community in a not academic and socially friendly way. The platform provides a window into our Nichols community, which would particularly be helpful for those prospective students and parents considering Nichols. We think there is an opportunity for all to take part and project voices farther than just the classroom.
Podcast Description
Nichols Talk Podcast is a student-based podcast run out of Nichols School. The goal of the podcast series is to create a platform that promotes the Nichols community. By engaging different personalities and Nichols, we hope to foster unity by introducing the podcast individuals to a larger audience. In the process of making these podcasts, students, teachers, parents, and anyone who tunes in to listen will be provided with a unique opportunity to get to know the Nichols community in a not academic and socially friendly way. The platform provides a window into our Nichols community, which would particularly be helpful for those prospective students and parents considering Nichols. We think there is an opportunity for all to take part and project voices farther than just the classroom.
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Episodes

Nov 4, 2024
Nov 4, 2024
54 min
In this episode, we interview Glenn Kaifas, a dedicated member of the athletic community. Glenn brings a wealth of knowledge to the athletes he trains, helping them to improve every aspect of their athletic performance. He also gives insights on how to improve health for athletic performance and the difference between girl's and boy's health. To hear more about Glenn, you can listen to the full podcast on Podbean, Apple Music, or Spotify.
Hosted by Brynn Bacak and Molly Duffett

Mar 21, 2024
#49 – Jacob Stoffman (Class of ’24)
Mar 21, 2024
Mar 21, 2024
18 min
In this episode, we interview Jacob Stoffman, a current senior at Nichols and Squash commit to Hamilton College. Diving into Jacob’s experience with squash, we learn about everything from his introduction to the sport as a young child at Nichols to his choice to take Squash to the next level in college. Jacob speaks about his struggles with the recruiting experience and how much practice, playing, and watching is needed to excel and be noticed at the collegiate level. To hear more about Jacob, you can listen to the full podcast on Podbean, Apple Music, or Spotify.
Hosted by Tommy Maidment.

Mar 12, 2024
Mar 12, 2024
27 min
In this episode, we interview two players on the Girls Varsity Basketball Team. While facing many hardships this season due to the loss of three key players, the team managed to succeed in the Monsignor Martin League. Two of the main drivers this season were Bri Barr Buday, a senior who has been dominant on the court since she arrived at Nichols, and Madisen Wilson, a junior who took on a large role this year as an offensive threat. Bri and Maddie discuss the ups and downs of the season while giving us background about their love for the game and much more.
Hosted by Sofia Suero and Chase Carter

Feb 26, 2024
#47 - Marley Maidment (Nichols '22 Alumni)
Feb 26, 2024
Feb 26, 2024
34 min
In this episode, our guest, Marley Maidment, a recent Nichols graduate and founder of the Nichols Talk podcast, talks about his years at Nichols. While initially giving us the details of how Nichols Talk was created and run, Marley transitions to his current life at the School of Art Institute of Chicago as a sophomore. To hear more about Marley, you can listen to the full podcast on Podbean, Apple Music, or Spotify.
Hosted by Tommy Maidment

Feb 13, 2024
Feb 13, 2024
24 min
In this episode, we interview TJ and Scibor, two talented seniors at Nichols who play important roles on the Prep Hockey team. TJ, who was originally on the podcast in the previous year as the Federation Team's Captain is joining us again along with Brayden, who transferred to Nichols from Lancaster High School as a Junior. As we dive into the team's journey, we hear about lessons and challenges while also learning about individual goals and hopes from TJ and Brayden and so much more.
Hosted by Sofia Suero and Molly Duffett.

Jan 30, 2024
Jan 30, 2024
28 min
In this episode, we interview Mr. Bryggman, a new member of the Nichols community this year. With a rich artistic history and a degree in Cinematics from Binghamton University, Bryggman's experiences led him to eventually pursue a career in visual arts and move to Buffalo, a city filled with art to explore. As we dive into Bryggman's story, we hear about his dual love for baseball and the arts and how he has balanced these two passions throughout his life, from high school in Westchester to working at Nichols as a coach and teacher, and so much more.
Hosted by Sofia Suero and Tommy Maidment.

Jan 22, 2024
Jan 22, 2024
33 min
Hello and welcome back to Nichols Talk, in this episode, we interview Mr. Larry Desautels. In addition to his love for Irish literature, Mr. Desautels speaks about his forty-four-year path of coaching women's soccer which led him to acquire over six hundred wins. As we dive into Mr. Desautel's story, we hear about everything from his journey before Nichols to the changes in the school over many years, making this story one of a kind.
Hosted by Tommy Maidment and Sofia Suero.

Dec 6, 2023
#43 - Josh Leroy (Nichols Head of School)
Dec 6, 2023
Dec 6, 2023
34 min
In this episode we introduce our new Head of School, Mr. Leroy. Starting off, Mr. Leroy explains his role at Nichols and how his experience has been moving from New Hampshire to Buffalo. We then discuss his experiences in teaching and coaching at boarding schools across the Northeast. Diving even further back, he talks about his own upcoming, his love for hockey, and his journey to being where he is today, and more.
Hosted by Brynn Bacak and Chase Carter.

Our Mission
Nichols Talk Podcast creates a platform that provides others with a unique opportunity to get to know Nichols in a not academic and socially friendly way.


