This week we sat down with two legends — Rev. Owen Gowans (Class of '79) and Ned Jenkins (Class of '78) — who came up together at Girard College, a boarding school for students from single- and no-parent homes. Owen was one of the first four Black students to walk through Girard's gates back in 1968, with Ned following just a few months later in January of '69.

And let's just say... they made the most of their time there.

We heard about the time Ned got tossed into the deep end of the pool — six feet — before he even knew how to swim (and no, Girard wasn't handing out swim trunks). Then there's Owen and his roommate Al, who thought it was a great idea to chuck things out their dorm window at passing cars — including, unfortunately, a cop car. Spoiler: the cop found them. We also got into their days balling together on both the middle school and varsity basketball teams.

These two have stories for days, and this episode is just the beginning.

This week is part two of our conversation with, John Martino — a former Girard teacher who coached women's basketball and track from the 1992 until 1996. We talk about the friendships he built with fellow teachers, the students who became lifelong family, and what it meant to walk one of them down the aisle decades later. A reminder that the best teachers never really clock out.

This week, we're joined by John Martino — a former Girard teacher who coached women's basketball and track from the early '90s until 1996. We talk about the friendships he built with fellow teachers, the students who became lifelong family, and what it meant to walk one of them down the aisle decades later. A reminder that the best teachers never really clock out.

In our season one finale, Rasool Berry (GC '95) reflects on life after Girard and the journey that led him to storytelling through film. From his early days navigating identity and purpose to becoming a documentary filmmaker, Rasool shares how his latest project, The Return, explores themes of belonging, history, and homecoming. It’s a conversation about legacy, creativity, and the power of reclaiming your narrative.

In the first half of our season one finale, we welcome Girard College alum Rasool Berry (Class of ’95), writer, speaker, and host of the acclaimed documentary Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom. Rasool dives into the archives with us, revisiting wild tales from past episodes and shedding new light on legendary mysteries—like what really happened to the Class of ’95’s beloved mascot, Russ. We reexamine stories told by his older brother, now hilariously reinterpreted with Rasool’s signature wit. But the real gems? Rasool’s own never-before-heard adventures that will leave you doubled over with laughter. It’s nostalgia, mischief, and storytelling at its finest—don’t miss it.

In Part Two of our chat with Alexandra Cruz, things take a turn — and not just down memory lane. We dig deeper into the quirks of boarding school life, from surprise dorm traditions to the legendary tales that still echo through alumni halls. And yes… we finally get to that story. What happens when a kid gets their hands on a bottle of whiskey and hijacks a meal truck? Oh, and did we mention the romantic affair that turned the entire campus upside down? Hearts were broken, rules were bent, and the fallout made morning announcements feel like a soap opera.

Ever wonder what life is like at another boarding school? In this episode, we sit down with GC Alumni Association Director Alexandra Cruz, proud graduate of Milton Hershey School, Class of 2007 to compare notes! From shared arrival stories to the wild differences (yes, basketball courts in the dorms!), Alex gives us the inside scoop. Who had the better food? More fun activities? Tougher chores? She breaks it all down and settles the score on who really had it better.

Dorm Disorder Podcast – Episode Title: “Mommanagerglow: Bridging Generations at GC” We’re back with part two of our conversation with Mommanagerglow Gloria and our GC sister Sahara! This episode bridges the generational gap between our young GC sister and her older GC brothers, offering fresh insight into how the school has evolved—and what’s stayed the same. Ever wonder how cell phones have changed life at Girard? You might be surprised by the answer. We also spotlight Gloria’s incredible work on social media, where she’s carved out a vibrant space documenting Sahara’s journey as a boarding school kid. It’s heartfelt, hilarious, and full of moments that connect past and present in unexpected ways.