The Hot Spot
The Hot Spot Interview with Jacob Shaffelburg
The Hot Spot Interview with Jack Bacon
Boarding School Life: Episode 1
by Rohan Rost and Thomas Berg
Join Berkshire students Rohan Rost and Thomas Berg as they sit down with Berkshire School Class of ’19 alum Jacob Shaffelburg. Now starring for Los Angeles FC and the Canada national soccer team, Jacob reflects on his journey from Berkshire to the pros, including his standout goal against Venezuela national football team at the Copa América, and what it takes to succeed on the international stage.
Join Berkshire students Rohan Rost and Thomas Berg as they sit down with Dr. Jack Bacon, a notable Berkshire alumnus from the Class of ’72 and a retired NASA engineer. Dr. Bacon played a key role as a systems engineer in the creation of the International Space Station. In this conversation, he reflects on his journey from Berkshire to NASA, how his experiences shaped his career, and how he now spends his time educating and inspiring others.
In this episode, we dive into what friendship really looks like at boarding school — the inside jokes, the late-night conversations, the weird traditions, and the moments that make campus feel like home. From chaotic group projects to laughing in the hallways between classes, we talk about how our friends shape our everyday school life. It’s an honest look at the people who make the tough days easier, the good days better, and the whole experience way more fun.
Join Berkshire students Rohan Rost and Thomas Berg as they sit down with Tom Delevan, interior design editor at T Magazine, to discuss his journey from Berkshire to college and beyond. Discover how his time at Berkshire shaped his path and influenced his career in the world of design.