Secrets, confessions, and stories you won't believe — this episode dives into the anonymous submissions from SMCC students that range from laugh-out-loud campus drama to shocking late-night mishaps. From ding-dong ditch disasters in Spring Point dorms to food fights with mushy bananas, Surfside bathroom confessions, and even hollow mozzarella sticks from the dining hall, nothing is off-limits.

Join Bree, Aidan, and the Campus Insider as they react in real time — unpacking tales of professors singing karaoke in class, Willard Beach midnight encounters, bridge delays that nearly ruined grades, and awkward moments that could only happen at Southern Maine Community College. Think Gossip Girl meets “I Survived College,” with a full dose of humor, chaos, and authenticity.

If you’ve ever said, “I survived SMCC”, this one’s for you. You won’t want to miss the stories you didn’t know you needed to hear.

Hosts Bree Michaud and Aidan Burchill

Guest Kamy Dube as Campus Insider

Script Writers Anonymous SMCC Students

Produced by Bree Michaud, Aidan Burchill, and Kamy Dube

Edited by Kamy Dube and Bree Michaud

Welcome to the very first episode of The Pack Perspective Podcast, a student-run show from SMCC’s Phi Theta Kappa (Alpha Chi Nu) chapter. Hosted by Bree Michaud and Aidan Burchill, this series amplifies student voices and explores the power of connection, leadership, and belonging on campus.

In our premiere episode, Bree sits down with Payson Avery—former PTK President, Student Senate Vice President, and volunteer firefighter. Payson shares his journey from feeling hesitant about joining PTK to stepping into leadership roles that transformed his confidence, expanded his community, and even influenced his career path.

Together, Bree and Payson dive into the impact of PTK projects like the Captain’s Cupboard, the recognition their chapter has earned, and the life-changing experiences of attending Catalyst conferences. Most of all, they reflect on how getting involved can turn SMCC into more than just a place to study—it becomes a place to belong.

Listen in for authentic stories of growth, resilience, and student life at SMCC—and find out how PTK can open doors to leadership, scholarships, and lifelong connections.

Are you ready to experience SMCC like never before? The Pack Perspective Podcast is your inside look into the heart of Southern Maine Community College — where we dive deep into student experiences, campus life, and the issues that matter most.

More than just a podcast, this is a community committed to amplifying voices, sharing stories, and building meaningful connections. Hosted by SMCC students and produced by the College’s Phi Theta Kappa (Alpha Chi Nu) chapter, each episode offers a chance to hear real stories from those who make up the SMCC family.

Join us — and discover what it truly means to be part of the Pack.