Edge of the Eyrie Castos https://www.lincolncharter.org/ Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with the teachers, administrators, support staff, and community members who help make Lincoln Charter School the extraordinary K-12 organization it is. Episodes will dive into guests’ college experiences, areas of expertise, and what they love about working at LCS. Join us at The Edge of the Eyrie twice a month to get to know the people behind the scenes of the Lincoln Charter Experience. Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:48:00 +0000 en © 2022 US https://episodes.castos.com/62f66d58dc8933-19598705/images/edgeoftheeyriepodcastlogofixedsquare.png Edge of the Eyrie https://www.lincolncharter.org/ Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with the teachers, administrators, support staff, and community members who help make Lincoln Charter School the extraordinary K-12 organization it is. Episodes will dive into guests’ college experiences, areas of expertise, and what they love about working at LCS. Join us at The Edge of the Eyrie twice a month to get to know the people behind the scenes of the Lincoln Charter Experience. Jonathan Bryant episodic Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with the teachers, administrators, support staff, and community members who help make Lincoln Charter School the extraordinary K-12 organization it is. Episodes will dive into guests’ college experiences, areas of expertise, and what they love about working at LCS. Join us at The Edge of the Eyrie twice a month to get to know the people behind the scenes of the Lincoln Charter Experience. Jonathan Bryant lcscommunications@lincolncharter.org false https://feeds.castos.com/g3z2z yes <![CDATA[Kim Allen]]> Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:48:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/2377362 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/kim-allen full 2 3 false 00:43:24 <![CDATA[Cathy Lail & Meredith Post]]> Tue, 28 Oct 2025 22:47:21 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/2174852 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/cathy-lail-meredith-post Dr. Bryant chats with Middle School Science Teacher Cathy Lail and 3rd Grade Teaching Assistant Meredith Post about their college experiences, surviving cancer diagnoses, and the ways their journeys continue to impact the Lincoln Charter Community.

]]> full 1 3 false Dr. Bryant chats with Middle School Science Teacher Cathy Lail and 3rd Grade Teaching Assistant Meredith Post about their college experiences, surviving cancer diagnoses, and the ways their journeys continue to impact the Lincoln Charter Community.

]]> 00:44:44 <![CDATA[Lisa Frazier]]> Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:30:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1660173 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/lisa-frazier Dr. Bryant chats with Exceptional Children's Teacher, Lisa Frazier, about her time at Lincoln Charter, her deep roots in Lincoln County, and her lifelong commitment to service.

]]> full 4 2 false Dr. Bryant chats with Exceptional Children's Teacher, Lisa Frazier, about her time at Lincoln Charter, her deep roots in Lincoln County, and her lifelong commitment to service.

]]> 00:58:41 <![CDATA[Domenica Brown]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1576728 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/domenica-brown Dr. Bryant chats with LCS Librarian and ESL teacher, Domenica Brown, about growing up in Mexico, her college experience, and the exciting changes she has seen in her time at Lincoln Charter.

Check out our social media for video highlights by LCS junior, James Parton.

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Check out our social media for video highlights by LCS junior, James Parton.

]]> 00:32:11 <![CDATA[Leslie Riley]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:51:47 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1549303 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/leslie-riley Dr. Bryant chats with reigning LCS Teacher of the Year, Leslie Riley (affectionately known as "Mama Riley"), about her unexpected path to earning her degree, her love for reading and students, and her motorcycle license.

This episode is the first of many that will showcase student work and contributions.  Check out our social media for video highlights by LCS junior, James Parton. 



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This episode is the first of many that will showcase student work and contributions.  Check out our social media for video highlights by LCS junior, James Parton. 



]]> 00:42:07 <![CDATA[Scott Fowler]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:17:19 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1541239 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/scott-fowler Dr. Bryant chats with Charlotte Observer Sports Columnist and LCS parent, Scott Fowler about his college experience at UNC-Chapel Hill, his career, and his relationship to Lincoln Charter.

]]> full 1 2 false Dr. Bryant chats with Charlotte Observer Sports Columnist and LCS parent, Scott Fowler about his college experience at UNC-Chapel Hill, his career, and his relationship to Lincoln Charter.

]]> 00:54:11 <![CDATA[Dr. Roberta Callaway]]> Tue, 02 May 2023 04:38:33 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1470652 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/dr-roberta-callaway Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with LCS High School English teacher, Dr. Roberta Callaway, about her military service, her unique path to her doctorate, and her passion for her students. 

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]]> 00:42:37 <![CDATA[Jonathan Bealer]]> Tue, 04 Apr 2023 04:53:21 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1451719 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/jonathan-bealer Dr. Bryant chats with Middle School Administrator, Jonathan Bealer about his college experience at BYU, his time spent in Chile, and his relationship to Lincoln Charter. 

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]]> 00:30:56 <![CDATA[Mark Pate & Lynn Hicks]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1425959 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/mark-pate-lynn-hicks Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with Fleet Manager Mark Pate and Transportation Director Lynn Hicks about their roles at LCS, their college experiences, and their passion for getting Lincoln Charter students where they need to go.

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]]> 00:40:49 <![CDATA[Erin Hudgins]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1403678 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/erin-hudgins Dr. Bryant chats with K-8 STEM teacher, Erin Hudgins. Ms.Hudgins shares about her role at LCS, the experiences that led her there, and her passion for nurturing curiosity and passion in her students.

]]> false Dr. Bryant chats with K-8 STEM teacher, Erin Hudgins. Ms.Hudgins shares about her role at LCS, the experiences that led her there, and her passion for nurturing curiosity and passion in her students.

]]> 00:43:29 <![CDATA[25th Anniversary Kickoff with Margaret Hargrove & Keith Hain]]> Tue, 24 Jan 2023 11:56:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1388520 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/25th-anniversary-kickoff-with-margaret-hargrove-keith-hain Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant kicks off the 25th Anniversary festivities with two original members of Eagle Nation.  Margaret Hargrove & Keith Hain have been here from the very beginning, and they share the Lincoln Charter origin story, as well as some advice from their own educational experiences. 

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]]> 00:43:29 <![CDATA[Jay Martin]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2023 19:40:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1372249 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/jay-martin Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with LCS Athletic Director, Jay Martin about his college experience, his coaching philosophies, and his vision for Eagle Athletics.

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]]> 00:42:33 <![CDATA[Trish Amos]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2022 19:30:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1347883 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/trish-amos Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with middle school math teacher and reigning LCS Teacher of the Year, Trish Amos about her educational experiences as both a teacher and a student.

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]]> 00:31:29 <![CDATA[Deb Harkey]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2022 19:15:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1336620 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/deb-harkey Dr. Bryant chats with high school counselor, Deb Harkey. Ms. Harkey shares about her role at LCS, her American Indian Heritage, and the important role that education has played in her life. 

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]]> 00:43:41 <![CDATA[Cara Dowling]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2022 21:15:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1319234 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/cara-dowling Dr. Bryant chats with LCS School Board President, Cara Dowling.  Ms. Dowling reflects on her military service and her relationship to LCS as both a parent and Board member. 

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]]> 00:43:36 <![CDATA[Rob Brown]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2022 19:30:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1307456 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/rob-brown Dr. Bryant chats with former LCS School Board President, Rob Brown.  Mr. Brown reflects on his college experiences in undergrad and law school, his military service, and his time as School Board President. This episode was recorded during the spring of 2022. 

]]> false Dr. Bryant chats with former LCS School Board President, Rob Brown.  Mr. Brown reflects on his college experiences in undergrad and law school, his military service, and his time as School Board President. This episode was recorded during the spring of 2022. 

]]> 00:29:16 <![CDATA[Yesica Robles]]> Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:01:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1293560 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/yesica-robles Dr. Bryant wraps up our Hispanic Heritage month celebrations by chatting with Yesica Robles, our Lincolnton Campus High School Receptionist, about her roots in Mexico, her relationship to Lincoln Charter, and her advice for Latino members of our community. 

]]> false Dr. Bryant wraps up our Hispanic Heritage month celebrations by chatting with Yesica Robles, our Lincolnton Campus High School Receptionist, about her roots in Mexico, her relationship to Lincoln Charter, and her advice for Latino members of our community. 

]]> 00:18:45 <![CDATA[Michael Paulino-Alban]]> Fri, 07 Oct 2022 10:39:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/43780/episode/1290017 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/michael-paulino-alban Dr. Bryant chats with ESL teacher, Mr. Paulino about family, his time at UNC-Charlotte, and his Hispanic Heritage.   

 
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]]> 00:47:02 <![CDATA[Edge of the Eyrie - Trailer]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2022 19:08:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/podcasts/43780/episodes/edge-of-the-eyrie-trailer https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/edge-of-the-eyrie-trailer Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with the teachers, administrators, support staff, and community members who help make Lincoln Charter School the extraordinary K-12 organization it is. Episodes will dive into guests’ college experiences, areas of expertise, and what they love about working at LCS. Join us at the Edge of the Eyrie twice a month to get to know the people behind the scenes of the Lincoln Charter Experience. 

 

]]> trailer false Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with the teachers, administrators, support staff, and community members who help make Lincoln Charter School the extraordinary K-12 organization it is. Episodes will dive into guests’ college experiences, areas of expertise, and what they love about working at LCS. Join us at the Edge of the Eyrie twice a month to get to know the people behind the scenes of the Lincoln Charter Experience. 

 

]]> 00:00:40 <![CDATA[Walt Watson]]> Sat, 13 Aug 2022 11:45:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/podcasts/43780/episodes/walt-watson-1 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/walt-watson-1
Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with high school math teacher Walt Watson about his experience in the military, his love of helping students succeed in the classroom, and his solar-powered car.
 
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Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with high school math teacher Walt Watson about his experience in the military, his love of helping students succeed in the classroom, and his solar-powered car.
 
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]]> 00:26:22 <![CDATA[Dr. Shannon Clemons]]> Sat, 13 Aug 2022 11:41:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/podcasts/43780/episodes/dr-shannon-clemons-1 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/dr-shannon-clemons-1 Chief Administrator Jonathan Bryant chats with Dr. Shannon Clemons about her role as the High School Administrator at our Denver Campus, her early years growing up in Maiden, NC, and the importance of education throughout her life.

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]]> 00:25:18 <![CDATA[Kenny Lowe]]> Sat, 13 Aug 2022 11:35:00 +0000 Jonathan Bryant https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/podcasts/43780/episodes/kenny-lowe-1 https://edge-of-the-eyrie-1.castos.com/episodes/kenny-lowe-1 Dr. Bryant chats with middle school Social Studies teacher and LCS Alum, Kenny Lowe.  Kenny shares about his time at Campbell University, his major in Homeland Security, and what it's like to be both a graduate from and a teacher at Lincoln Charter School. 

]]> full false Dr. Bryant chats with middle school Social Studies teacher and LCS Alum, Kenny Lowe.  Kenny shares about his time at Campbell University, his major in Homeland Security, and what it's like to be both a graduate from and a teacher at Lincoln Charter School. 

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