Austin Prep: The Restless Journey Podcast
Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep’s official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.
Episodes

Friday Dec 05, 2025
Friday Dec 05, 2025
About this Episode:With one of Austin Prep's most cherished #Christmas traditions, The #Nutcracker, coming to the Collins Center on December 15 and 16, Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Marla Pascucci-Byrne P'30, Art and Design Department Chair, as they discuss the origins of the show at Austin Prep, the importance of the show to the school community, how preparations have gone this fall, and more.Guest: Marla Pascucci-Byrne, Art and Design Department ChairHost: Tyler Fleming, Senior Director of CommunicationsProduced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects ManagerCo-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of CommunicationsChapters:0:00 - Intro0:46 - Welcome1:59 - Christmas Traditions2:59 - How did #thenutcracker start at Austin Prep?4:57 - The evolution of the show7:50 - Taking the show on the road10:37 - This year's show13:24 - Middle School and Upper School working together16:16 - Including everyone in the show18:14 - The Austin Prep interpretation of The Nutcracker20:40 - What prospective families should know about dance at AP23:02 - Ms. P's tenure at Austin Prep25:58 - Favorite part of the show?27:25 - What was your favorite show?*****************************************************************************************************About the Podcast:Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.You can find the #podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmBAmazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF#AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney Please see below for our Official Site:https://www.austinprep.org/

Friday Nov 14, 2025
Friday Nov 14, 2025
About this Episode:With the Class of 2026 departing on their senior class trip to Disney World on Monday, November 17, Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by experienced Disney chaperones AJ Benning, Dean of Students, Stephanie Choate, English Department Chair, and Peter Deluca, Math Faculty as they preview everything the senior class should expect on the trip. The capstone experience is often remembered by seniors as a highlight of their Austin Prep journey. Guests: AJ Benning, Dean of Students, Stephanie Choate, English Department Chair, and Peter Deluca, Math FacultyHost: Tyler Fleming, Director of CommunicationsProduced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects ManagerCo-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of CommunicationsChapters:0:00 - Intro0:45 - Welcome2:54 - Why the trip is important3:52 - The trip from the Dean of Students' perspective5:04 - What should seniors expect?6:40 - The operational aspects of the trip17:51 - Bonding opportunities for staff19:50 - Dr. Hickey loves Disney23:00 - #TheGroupTexts29:13 - Mickey Ice Cream for all *****************************************************************************************************About the Podcast:Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.You can find the podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmBAmazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF#AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney Please see below for our Official Site:https://www.austinprep.org/

Sunday Nov 02, 2025
Sunday Nov 02, 2025
About this Episode:Austin Prep's Senior Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Jonathan Pollard '97, Associate Head of School, who in advance of Austin Prep's Day of Giving on November 13 discusses his new role in Development an the importance of inspired philanthropy at Austin Prep.Guest: Jonathan Pollard '97, Associate Head of SchoolHost: Tyler Fleming, Director of CommunicationsProduced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects ManagerCo-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of CommunicationsChapters:0:00 - Intro0:45 - Welcome2:16 - Role in new podcast studio3:56 - New role in development*****************************************************************************************************About the Podcast:Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.You can find the podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmBAmazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF#AustinPrep #podcast #therestlessjourney Please see below for our Official Site:https://www.austinprep.org/

Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
The Restless Journey | The Austin Prep Dining Experience with Todd Moriarty
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
About this Episode:Austin Prep's Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Todd Moriatry, Director of Dining Services for Sage Dining, who discusses the all-inclusive dining experience at Austin Prep.Todd Moriatry, Director of Dining Services for Sage DiningHost: Tyler Fleming, Director of CommunicationsProduced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects ManagerCo-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of Communications*****************************************************************************************************About the Podcast:Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.You can find the podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmBAmazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF#AustinPrep #podcast #TheRestlessJourney Please see below for our Official Site:https://www.austinprep.org/

Thursday Aug 14, 2025
The Restless Journey | Spiritual Life at Austin Prep with Fr. Armano
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
About this Episode:Austin Prep's Director of Communications, Tyler Fleming, is joined by Fr. Patrick Armano, School Chaplain, who provides insight into the spiritual life of Austin Prep, his role as School Chaplain, and his thoughts on the election of #PopeLeoIV, an Augustinian Friar.Host: Tyler Fleming, Director of CommunicationsGuest: Fr. Patrick Armano, School ChaplainProduced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects ManagerCo-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of CommunicationsChapters:0:00 - Intro0:45 - Welcome 1:50 - Austin Prep's New Podcast Initiative4:37 - The Year in Admissions16:09 - A Career in Producing the News with @WCVB 27:57 - Pop Quiz*****************************************************************************************************About the Podcast:Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.You can find the podcast on all these major podcast streaming platforms: Podbean: https://bit.ly/4lBOyb7Spotify: https://bit.ly/4evaqCx Apple: https://apple.co/44KGvmBAmazon: https://amzn.to/3GsRVlF#AustinPrep #podcast #TheRestlessJourney
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
The Restless Journey | A Glimpse Into Admissions at Austin Prep Episode 1
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Welcome to The Restless Journey Podcast! Austin Prep's official podcast provides a closer look at the people, programs, and initiatives that exemplify our core values, and we look forward to periodically welcoming members of the Austin Prep community to share their insights on a wide range of topics, reflecting on who we are today and where we are heading tomorrow.
Our podcast guest is Lisa Simmons, Director of Admissions, who provides insight into the past year in the admissions office, a preview into Austin Prep's incoming classes, what appeals to families about an Austin Prep education, and her background and experience as an Emmy winning news producer with @WCVB
Host: Tyler Fleming, Director of Communications
Guest: Lisa Simmons, Director of Admissions
Produced: PJ Malafronte, Special Projects Manager
Co-Produced: Nina Bramante, Assistant Director of Communications








