The Sunny Views

The Sunny Views Podcast - COVID 19 - A Student's Perspective

Imagine getting a notification saying "don't come to school tomorrow" and thinking it’s just a cheeky two-week break... only to still be stuck at home months later. 😷 In this episode of The Sunny View Podcast, we’re taking a massive throwback to the COVID-19 era. We’re talking about that legendary moment the world shut down, the absolute chaos of pivoting from Minecraft sessions to Zoom classes, and why everyone suddenly started playing Among Us. 🚀 From "humiliation rituals" like recording yourself playing the flute for music class to the struggle of staying awake during 9:00 AM online lectures, we’re diving into how the pandemic actually shaped our lives. We also get into the "juicy" stuff—conspiracy theories, the great toilet paper shortage, and what we’d tell our 2019 selves if we had a time machine. 🕰️ Whether you loved the extra sleep or hated the isolation, this is our unfiltered take on surviving the lockdown years. Thanks!

Is Social Media Ruining Our Reality? (Teen Debate)

Welcome back to The Sunny Views 🎙️ — the Sunny View School podcast made by Year 13 students, out every Monday 📅 In this episode, we get real about whether social media is ruining how we see ourselves (and everyone else). We talk about the “highlight reel” effect, comparing your life to someone’s best 10 seconds, and the pressure to post like you’re always doing amazing 😅 We also break down: private accounts, followers, and why likes can mess with your head meeting people online vs real-life friendships relationship boundaries, trust, and what feels “too much” to share hate, trends, and how comments can hit harder than people admit location sharing, safety, and the stuff nobody warns you about 🧠📱 If you’ve ever deleted a post, overthought a story, or felt weird after scrolling… this one’s for you. Like 👍 Subscribe ✅ and share this with a friend who needs to hear it 🔁

If I Was Prime Minister!

What happens when you give Gen Z the keys to the country? 🔑 We’re back with another episode of the Sunny Views Today podcast, and this time, we’re putting our Year 12 and 13 students in the hot seat as Prime Minister! Ishaan and Pyotr join Hortense to tackle the five biggest global headaches: climate change, geopolitics, the cost of living crisis, migration, and human rights. From why Europe can’t fix the climate alone to the controversial take on whether "prison labor" is actually a good idea, no topic is off-limits. We even dive into some spicy debates on nuclear weapons, why politicians are obsessed with social media, and the legendary "cabbage vs. Liz Truss" meme. If you’ve ever thought, "I could do a better job than the people in charge," this one's for you. 🗳️✨

The Sunny Views Podcast - World Cup 2026 is RUINED? (The 48 Team Problem) ⚽️

What’s up everyone! ⚽️ The World Cup 2026 is officially on the horizon and we are geeking out. In this episode of the Sunny View Podcast, Hortense, Archie, and Martin dive deep into everything football. From the "expensive" struggle of a three-country tournament in North America to the absolute madness of the 48-team expansion, we’re breaking it all down. We’re getting into the big debates: Is Lamine Yamal actually the new Mbappé? Why does England play such "boring" football? And who is the real GOAT goalkeeper? Whether you’re a die-hard Madridista, a Barca fan, or just here for the World Cup vibes and the iconic songs, we’ve got you covered. We also talk about the "dark side" of the game, including referee drama and those legendary over-the-top player reactions. Stick around to hear our spicy predictions for the 2026 finals—will it be the Messi vs. Ronaldo dream match we all want? Drop a comment with your winner! 🏆

New Year, New Life - Why We Stopped Trying to Be Perfect in 2026 💀

Welcome back to the first episode of 2026! 🎙️ In this episode, Hortense, Kiara, Selina, and Reyana get real about the pressure of New Year's resolutions and why the "January 1st Reset" might actually be toxic. 🚫🧢 We are spilling the tea on everything senior year: from the stress of waiting for uni offers and becoming "academic weapons" to the fear of losing our high school friend group after graduation. 💔 We also chat about our UAP trip memories, why we’re ditching people-pleasing, and learning to date ourselves. 💅 Whether you’re stressing about exams or just trying to enjoy your last summer together, this one is for you. Tune in for the vibes, the laughs, and the emotional graduation talks. Don't forget to like and subscribe! 🚀