Xav Chat

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill DohertyGuests: Tony Nunan (Retiring Chair of the Board) and Kathleen Donnellon (Incoming Chair of the Board)Producer: David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole (OX 2024)

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill DohertyGuests: Brett Collison (Director of Junior School - Burke Hall) and Dorothea ‘Dot’ Scanlon (Deputy Director of Junior School - Burke Hall)Producer: David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus C (Year 12)

Anchor: Shane HealyHost: Bill DohertyGuests: Ms Kathleen Upfold (Director of Connection) and Ms Charlie Fenn (Head of Admissions)Producer: David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus C

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill DohertyGuests: William (Wilba) Q (2025 College Captain) & Mr Michael Ilott (Director of Senior School) Producer: David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus C

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty Guests: Tania Rivett (Head of Learning P-6) and Rebecca Goodwin (Outdoor Learning Leader/Expeditions Coordinator)Producer: Dr David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Hugh L and Joe L-C (College Vice Captains)Producer: David Crowden and Rafe Wilson (G12 VET Sound Production)Podcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Hugh L and Joe L-C (College Vice Captains)Producer: David Crowden and Rafe Wilson (G12 VET Sound Production)Podcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Hugh L and Joe L-C (College Vice Captains)Producer: David Crowden and Rafe Wilson (G12 VET Sound Production)Podcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Megan Mitchell (Head of Creative Arts - Curriculum and Assessment) and Ancilla Sakkos (Head of Creative Arts - Pedagogy)Producer: David Crowden

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: James de Rozario (Head of Music) and Don J (Music Captain)Producer: David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Kristen Kennedy (Xavier College Parents Association) and Paul Bendall (Burke Hall Parents Association)Producer: David CrowdenPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Ms Catherine Newman (Head of Prep - Year 2) & Mr Andrew Hill (Head of Years 3 & 4)Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Ms Pauline van der Poel, Head of Future PathwaysProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Author Alex Noble, Mrs Trish Trchala - Head of Learning Resources, Student Wilba Q (Year 11) Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Mr Matt Handley (Sport Coordinator P-6), Tom M (Junior School Captain), Mr Mark Hipworth (Head Athletics Coach) and Patrick K (College Sport Captain) Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Mr Josh Judson (Director), Mrs Andrea Hamilton (Choreographer) and cast members Patrick (Year 6) and Roman (Year 8)Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Julian Butler SJ (OX 2006)Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Monique Dalli, Director of Learning and GrowthProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Year 11 students Blake Fucile and Tom NunanProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Ms Catherine Holmes (Sustainability Leader) & Freddie Dwyer (Environment & Sustainability Prefect)Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Highlights from Season 2 Episode 14

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Mr Ben Clark (Junior School House Co-Ordinator) and Greg Milholland (Head of Science, Technology and Innovation)Producers: Michael Trappett, Oliver BurnesPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Andrew Moran (OX 1997), Daniel Nunan (Year 8) & Josh Tran (Year 7) Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Dermot Walsh (Project Manager - Ireland Brown Constructions), Hugh Moodie (Project Manager - Case Meallin) and Leon Moore (Head of Grounds - Xavier College)Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Alex Smith - Head of Boarding, students William and DarbyProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Harry shares a reflection on the Head of the River, and the incredible impact the Xavier Rowing Program has had on him and his fellow rowers.

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Pietro and Paulo Gottoli & Ms Marie-Pierre Deleplanque Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: USA Jazz Tour retrospective with Callum Lawrence (Vice Captain of Music), Antony Catanchin and Mr Michael TrappettProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Tom Abramowski (Head of Rowing) & Harry Glass (Captain of Boats)Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Year 7 Leaders Adam Grundy and Andrew DelfinisProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Freddie Dwyer (Prefect for Sustainability) & Thomas Callahan Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Mr Michael Ilott, Director of Senior SchoolProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

An excerpt from Michael's reflections on his Xavier journey, and looking ahead to the excitement having 'no plans' after school will bring.

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Valerie Browning AMProducer: Michael TrappettCoproducers: Callum Lawrence, Oliver Burnes and James JohnstonPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: College Rector, Fr Chris Middleton SJProducer: Michael TrappettCoproducers: Oliver Burnes and James JohnstonPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CrouchGuests: Ms Pauline van der Poel, Head of Future PathwaysProducer: Michael TrappettCo-producers: Oliver Burns, Callum Laurence and James JohnstonPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Hosts: Bill Doherty and Gerard CroaghGuests: Max MacIsaac (Xavier Drama & The Arts Prefect) & Olivia Nogara (Genazzano Arts/Drama Prefect)Main topic: Xavier College & Genazzano FCJ College Musical 'The Little Mermaid'Producer: Michael TrappettAssistant Producers: Oliver Burns and James Johnston

Welcome to XavChat for 2024! We kick off the year with an interview with our 2024 College Captain, Gerard Croagh.

Hosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Vice Captains, Cormac O’Callaghan and Michael O’Brien.Main topics: Nick's final episode. The students reflect on their time at Xavier and their experience as leaders this year.Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane Healy Hosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuest: Davina Calhaem, Alumni Coordinator and Executive Officer of the Old XaveriansMain topics: Maintaining a vibrant and connected community of our past students and parentsProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane Healy Hosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisMain topic: Life in the Xavier College Boarding HouseProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane Healy Hosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: College Archivist, Catherine HallMain topics: Preserving and showcasing the history of Xavier College.Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Danusia Kaska and Shaun BourkeMain topics: Social Justice Network, Dare To Be Different Forum, Social Justice WeekProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Ms. Pauline van der Poel, Head of Future PathwaysMain topics: Working with students to discover career pathways, opportunities for further study and a fulfilling life beyond Xavier CollegeProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Students Maximus Crivelli, Blake Fucile and Mr Jeremy Nicholls, Director of Students and EngagementMain topics: Attending World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal and meeting Pope Francis in person.Producer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Ms Andrea Hamilton and the star of the Middle Years production of Aladdin Jr., Daniel NunanMain topics: The upcoming production of the Middle Years musical, Aladdin Jr. and what is happening in the Drama space at Xavier CollegeProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Harry Shillington, Tom Scalzo, Manni JuricicMain topics: Xavier vs St. Kevins and the Red and Black ArmyProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: James Johnston (Year 11) and Mr Frank Cumbo, Director of Faith and ServiceMain topics: Timor Leste ImmersionProducer: Michael TrappettPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisGuests: Dr Sean Gallagher, Director of Centre for the New WorkforceMain topics: AI and the human competitive advantage. How digital technologies are transforming the future of workplaces and education.Producer: Michael TrappettAssistants: Jonathan MaatoukPodcast Theme Composed by: Angus Cole

Anchor: Shane HealyHosts: Bill Doherty and Nicholas FrancisMain topics: A look ahead towards the new and improved Burke Hall (Junior Campus) and Senior Campus', and a Semester 2 wrap upProducer: Michael TrappettAssistants: Jonathan MaatoukPodcast Theme: Composed by Angus Cole