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1 Bulldog Drive

1 Bulldog Drive

By: John D. Marshall
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Welcome to 1 Bulldog Drive, the podcast that takes you inside George Walton Academy, a leading K-12 independent school in Monroe, Georgia. 1 Bulldog Drive delivers conversations with Head of School John D. Marshall and spotlights the diverse voices of the GWA community, including students, parents, faculty, and staff. Get an inside look at what makes us More Than A School.

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Episodes
  • More Than Football - Inside the Undefeated Season and Semifinal Prep with Coach Logan Beer and Quarterback AJ Dillard
    Nov 12 2025

    George Walton Academy Head of School John Marshall is joined by Head Football Coach Logan Beer and Quarterback AJ Dillard for a special sports edition of the podcast. Following an 11-0 regular season and a significant playoff victory against Bulloch Academy, the Bulldogs are preparing to travel to Macon this Friday for the state semifinals against Stratford.

    The group discusses the team's undefeated run, which Coach Beer attributes to a disciplined focus on "the process" and controlling fundamentals like minimizing turnovers and penalties. Quarterback AJ Dillard highlights the exceptional team camaraderie, built through rigorous preseason activities like the 'Red Dawn' training with the SWAT team.

    In a candid moment, Coach Beer and AJ Dillard share how the team's culture is built around a "more than football" philosophy. They detail how the senior leaders, or "Alpha Dogs," have invested in a character-based approach that includes service projects and Bible studies, demonstrating the impact of faith and leadership on the team's success.

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    6 mins
  • Beyond the Court: Senior Jaylen Alston-Taylor Balances Faith, Books, and Basketball
    Nov 2 2025

    In a recent conversation with fellow senior and GWA marketing intern, Will Vaughn, Jalen Alston-Taylor peeled back the curtain on his life as a multi-talented Bulldog. He discussed how he balances the demands of varsity basketball with the discipline required to write his second book and produce a podcast. More than his activities, Alston-Taylor highlighted the advantage of embracing what makes him different, sharing a powerful perspective on how his faith has guided his success and provided the blueprint for his diverse endeavors.

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    6 mins
  • Explore More Through Winter Term
    Oct 23 2025

    Head of School John D. Marshall is joined by Matt Reynolds and Jon Terrell to explore the Winter Term experience. Listen in as they detail the value of the Internship Program, Capstone Learning Experiences (CLEs), and learn about the incredible global travel opportunities taking Bulldogs to places like New Zealand and the Galapagos Islands. Hear how GWA prepares students for life by moving them outside their comfort zone.

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    9 mins
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