Real World Wednesdays

"Real World Wednesdays" is a program meant to connect current Bishop Ireton students with a diverse group of people beyond the classroom who can spark their interest further or even assist them in the future. Bishop Ireton is blessed with alumni, parents, faculty, staff and community leaders who can share their story and even share an interest or hobby with our students. As a college preparatory institution, we know that our students are interested in different fields of study and are exploring different career paths, service programs and possible spiritual vocations.

In October 2023, Real World Wednesdays was rebooted as a long-form podcast.

Season 1 Real World Wednesdays the Podcast finale! On the show this month is Kathleen McNutt, a 1987 graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, who returned to Cambridge Road as the second Head of School in Bishop Ireton’s history in 2019.

And on the show today is Luke Delaney, a 1994 graduate of Bishop Ireton, who found his way back to his alma mater as a teacher more than 25 years after his time on Cambridge Road.

And on the show in this episode is Marte Murphy, a 1970 graduate of St. Mary’s Academy, who has remained one of Bishop Ireton’s biggest supporters well into the 21st century.

And on the show in this episode is Blake Bynum, a 2008 graduate of Bishop Ireton who dedicated himself to giving back to the Cardinal community more than a decade after graduating.

And on the show in this episode is CJ Howard, architect and full-time professor at the Catholic University of America and Jason Louis, Senior Construction Manager for the Diocese of Arlington, as they talk about the plan to transform the St. Francis de Sales chapel at Bishop Ireton.

On the show in this episode is Mike Bennett, a 1972 graduate of Bishop Ireton who paid his own way through high school, went on to an amazing career and has now committed his life to giving back.

On the show in this episode, Aaron Smith, VP of Business Development and Fesco Energy, and Andy Schulman, Director of the Office of Planning, Construction and Facilities for the Diocese of Arlington, talk about the plan to bring a whole new type of energy to Bishop Ireton High School.

Reintroducing Real World Wednesdays! A podcast from Bishop Ireton High School featuring alumni and friends of the school for the Cardinal community and beyond.

On the show in this episode, how Josh Goldman (BI '06) ended up back at Cambridge Road nearly a decade and a half after he graduated.

In celebration of Neurodiversity Inclusion Month, the April program featured counselor Nicole DiLorenzo (SMA ‘89), Special Services Chairperson Elizabeth Subasavage (BI ‘98) and Special Services faculty member Ben Gerke (BI ‘12).

In celebration of Black History Month, this program featured Assistant Dean of Students Lori Whitley and Assistant Athletic Director Ashley Perez.

This program featured a conversation with Dr. Garwood Whaley and Chris Farrell (BI '68) who spoke about careers in music.

This program featured a conversation with Brad Kintz (BI '96) and Taylor Barnes (BI '13) who spoke about careers in the real estate.

This program featured a conversation with Chief Warrant Officer 5 John Calley (BI '84), Lieutenant Colonel Beau Mason (BI '96), Captain Madeleine Fortier (BI '14) and Second Lieutenant Victoria Sardegna (BI '18) who spoke about careers in the military.

The program featured Jake Odmark (BI '04) and Lizzie Donelan (BI '07) who discussed careers in theater, film and television.

The program featured Matthew Pugsley (BI ’79), Jay Galeota (BI ’84) and Wes Kaupinen (BI ’96) discussing careers in the pharmaceutical industry.

The program featured Dr. Suzy Buenaventura SMA ‘76, Dr. Rob Beer (BI '86) and Alex Orellana (BI '14) discussing careers in medicine.

The program was hosted by the BI Computer Science Honor Society (CSHS). It featured Alvaro Ramirez (father of Natalie Ramirez, CSHS President), Liam Moran (uncle of Colin and Caroline Miller, CSHS members), Kathryn Barnitt and Sarah Barnitt.

The program featured Bishop Ireton Diversity Council members Deacon Al Anderson, Jr. and Jacquline Raia, who shared the efforts of the council and the Bishop Ireton community.

The program featured three former Bishop Ireton principals: Rev. William F. Walsh, OSFS, Rev. William Metzger, OSFS and Father Matthew Hillyard, OSFS (BI '79).

The program, presented live in Hellmuth Library on the Marine Corps birthday and the day before Veterans Day, focused on careers in the military and featured Cardinal community members Colonel Carol Joyce (Bishop Ireton parent of alumnae) and Mr. Tony Verducci (Bishop Ireton parent of alumni).

The program focused on "Women in Law" and featured Patricia Seitz (SMA '68), Mary Catherine Gibbs (SMA '89), Beth Dalmut (BI '04) and Samantha Bass (BI '11).

Dr. Victor Deupi (BI '82), Jorge "Pat" Rios (BI '82), Dr. Kurt T. Steinberg (BI '89) and Peter Trippi (BI '83) spoke to current students and alumni about careers in arts, architecture and design.