Host Tyla Tsang '28 interviews Frank Smith '07, a Milton alumnus turned TV writer, about his time at Milton, speech and debate, leadership lessons, and an unexpected career pivot from pre-med to entertainment.

Frank discusses overcoming rejection, queer representation in his work, projects like Open To It, and offers practical advice for students navigating school, college, and career choices.

In this episode of the Stang Stories Podcast Jazlyn Fuentes '25 interviews Milton alumnus Robb Chavis '94 about his time at Milton, memorable school moments, and influential teachers. He shares his senior project, balancing academics and activities, and lessons learned from setbacks.

Rob traces his path from Duke and Harvard Law to advertising and then television—writing spec scripts, moving to L.A., breaking into writers' rooms, and becoming a co-executive producer at ABC studios. He offers advice on taking risks, finding your voice, and using life experiences to fuel creative work.

In this episode Hunter Caggiano '27 interviews Karl Austen '82, an entertainment lawyer at Jackoway Austen, about his path from boarding school and speech team to Amherst, Harvard Law, and a career negotiating major film and TV deals for clients like Matt Reeves, Jude Law, and Seth MacFarlane.

Karl reflects on how Milton shaped his love of storytelling, shares early Hollywood anecdotes, and offers practical advice for young people interested in entertainment law.