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The RVGS Rat Chat

STEM-focused podcast from the Roanoke Valley Governor"s School. Learn about students" STEM interests as they talk with classmates and share their passions.

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4:54

Why do we dream?

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2025/09/22

I've been having some dreams lately, and I've been wondering why they happen. Turns out, we don't really know. But we have some good guesses. Here are some of the best ones. Which one do you support? Email us at rvgsratchat@gmail.com and tell us your thoughts. Speaker: SophiaEditor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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4:18

A Summer Trip: Touring NYU and Columbia

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2025/08/11

I (Sophia) talk about touring Columbia University and New York University and what it feels like to be on each campus. I will likely not get into any of these, but will you? Speaker: SophiaEditor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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22:58

Between Neuroscience and Policy: an Interview with...

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2025/06/08

Virginia Tech grad student Blakely Lockhart talks about her experience as a early career policy ambassador by the Society for Neuroscience, candidate for the Virginia House of Delegates, advocate for neuroscience policy in Congress, and researcher for infant neurodevelopment. How do you balance and integrate these career paths?Speakers: Keely, Jeanne, SophiaInterviewee: Blakely LockhartEditor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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17:58

Dr. Frazier and Sparky the Turtle

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2025/03/26

We invite former RVGS teacher and current research mentor Dr. Frazier to talk about his life, career, and turtle. Where did RVGS's favorite chelonian come from, and who is the mysterious man who brought him here?Speakers: Keely, Jeanne, SophiaInterviewee: Dr. FrazierEditor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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23:22

Commemorating Mr. Smith at RVGS

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2025/03/05

Mr. Smith was a great teacher who truly left his mark on everyone. In this episode, teachers and students share memorable moments and impactful stories to remember him by. Speakers: Jeanne, KeelyInterviewees (In order of appearance): Mr. Wages, Mr. Browning. Ms. Bohland, Mr. Taylor, Anissa, Parneet, SophiaEditor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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6:13

Rats in Science and Ethics

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2024/12/29

Should we be conducting lab testing on rats, and can they even feel pain? Here, we dive into the ethics of rats in research. RVGS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvgslabrats/Speakers: Prateek, Jeanne, Keely, Sophia, Carter (who is no longer with us)Editor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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12:43

Rats in History

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2024/11/30

How did rats come to be? Where did they come from, and why are they everywhere? Here, we explore that timeline- from prehistory to the present- with some fun facts. Speakers: Jeanne, Keely, Sophia, Carter (who is no longer with us)Editor: SophiaMusic: MiyaSources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mf4ezTOMOnZ_aRKWnZeB8Aaf0aGlrt9mhDs1V5iLwFY/edit?usp=sharing

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14:06

Brett's Bugs

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2024/10/24

What are bugs, and are they important? A nerd and bug-lover, RVGS senior Brett shares his thoughts, perspectives, and knowledge on bugs. Speakers: Brett, Jeanne, Keely, SophiaEditor: SophiaMusic: Miya

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17:31

Rats in Media and Culture

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2024/09/14

Here comes the long-awaited 2nd episode of the Rat Chat's 2nd season, the first of a 3-part series about rats: Rats in Media and Culture. Jeanne and Carter talk about the rat's relevance in movies, myths, and more. Speakers: Jeanne and CarterEditor: Sophia Music: Miya

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9:02

A Short History of RVGS and its Changes With Mr. Levy...

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2023/12/05

Welcome back to the Rat Chat! With a new school year came a new crew. Join us- Sophia, Keely, Jean, Carter, Miya, Dorothy, Emma, Prateek... and many more!Thank you to Mr. Levy and Mrs. Sebolt for taking the time for an interview.Writers: Sophia, Keely, Jean, Carter, Prateek, Emma, DorothySpeakers: Sophia, Keely, Jean, Carter,Editors: Sophia and DorothyMusic: Miya

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60:17

Think About It: A Brain Week discussion with Dr....

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2023/03/19

This episode is quite special because we were invited to FBRI, or the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute to talk about Brain Week with Neuroscientist Dr. Anthony MaLantia. There are institutions like the American heart association or American lung association, but no equivalent for brains. Brain week is used to bring together people and researchers to try and further our knowledge on the brain, which isn't as well understood as other organs. Part of this is because neurological research is divided

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12:55

Emergency Medical Rat: Our talk with Natalie Davis as...

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2023/03/19

Join us in our talk with FCHS senior Natalie Davis as we delve into her experiences as a trained EMT and opportunities you can explore for yourself. Cave Spring Rescue Squad EMT Class (for those considering training in 2024) - https://www.csrescue.org/emt-class

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15:08

mp3x3: A discussion of Rubik's Cubes with Leo Halsdorf

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2022/12/18

Join us in this new episode with Leo Halsdorf as we discuss their skill with Rubik's Cubes both in and out of competition, as well as learn the concepts behind the algorithms that allow champions to solve them in a matter of seconds!

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14:56

The Paulonomial Function: A dive into mathematics...

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2022/11/27

Paulo Carey, a senior student at RVGS currently taking multivariable calculus, goes into his past to share how his love of math emerged, and how he plans to use his love of math to make a career as an aerospace engineer.

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16:35

RVGS Rat Chat Episode: Pilot

The RVGS Rat Chat ·

2022/10/01

In the Pilot episode of the Rat Chat at RVGS, podcast member Alex shares his passion of student flying with the rest of the crew.

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