A storytelling series that brings to life the remarkable accomplishments, journeys, and enduring connections of Andreans both at and beyond the gates of St. Andrew’s College.
 
Beyond the Gates, the podcast from St. Andrew’s College, features monthly conversations with prominent and fascinating Andreans whose lives and careers have been shaped by the college’s values, community, and traditions. Through thoughtful interviews that explore the role SAC has played in their development and the connections that continue to endure, each episode offers an engaging blend of insight, inspiration, and storytelling.

    • Our guest on this episode is a man who has spent parts of six decades working at St. Andrew’s: John Clements. First arriving at SAC in 1976, John shares stories of music, sports, excursions, and even some on-campus mischief during a conversation recorded in a familiar location on campus: the Memorial Chapel. You’ll also hear about the unexpected turn of events that led John to consider St. Andrew’s in the first place, and the story behind the introduction of the Dorset Carol at the annual Carol Service; the tune and lyrics to which are still second nature to generations of Old Boys.

    • This month's episode is actually two episodes, featuring conversations with a pair of classmates, teammates, and friends. Donnovan Bennett '02 has enjoyed a hugely successful career in sports media, working with The Score, Sportsnet, and CBC across multiple platforms. He was also a multi-sport athlete, Prefect, and all-around highly engaged five-year Andrean. In this episode, Donnovan shares memories from campus, discusses some of the key people who shaped his Andrean experience, and reflects on how moments and lessons learned at St. Andrew's have stayed with him through the years.

    • This month's episode is actually two episodes, featuring conversations with a pair of classmates, teammates, and friends. Michael Faulds ’02 was the facilitator for one of, if not, the greatest football team in school history: the 2001 Varsity Saints, who went undefeated in CISAA play en route to a victory at the Golden Horseshoe Bowl played at the SkyDome in Toronto. Michael concluded his university playing career with the Western Mustangs in 2009, retiring as the all-time passing leader in Canadian university football. He takes over this year as Head Coach at Western University, after serving for 13 years as Head Coach at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he won U SPORTS Coach of the Year three times. Michael has appeared in the Vanier Cup as both a coach and player and remains connected, both to St. Andrew’s, and to the lifelong friends he made during his time on campus.

    • Direct from Los Angeles, it’s Stephen Amell ’00! Stephen and host John Sandham ’13 dive into Stephen’s first foray into acting on our very own Ketchum Auditorium stage, including how a faculty member kick-started his prolific career. You’ll also hear why Stephen is a believer in the “Macbeth Curse” and how his approach to transition periods between roles has changed over the years.

    • In this inaugural episode, Head of School, Kevin McHenry, reflects on his journey to St. Andrew’s, the evolution of the college under his leadership, and the relationships, challenges, and transformational moments that have shaped his tenure. Host John Sandham ’13 guides a candid conversation recorded shortly after Kevin announced his retirement in 2027.

About the Host



John Sandham ’13 spent four years as a student at St. Andrew’s from 2009 to 2013. A keen participant in SAC’s Dramatic Arts program, John has long enjoyed sharing stories with an audience and connecting with interesting individuals in meaningful ways. Following his graduation from the University of King’s College Journalism program, John embarked on a career in broadcast media, first with Corus Entertainment and then spending two years in the newsroom at Toronto’s 680 News as a reporter, anchor, and editor. He joined the Alumni & Advancement team at SAC in 2023 and is continually looking for ways to highlight the stories that connect us as Andreans.
  
 
Behind the Mic
 
Beyond the Gates was created to capture the stories, voices, and lived experiences that make St. Andrew’s College such a remarkable community. From transformational leaders and dedicated staff to Old Boys whose impact extends around the world, the podcast offers a space where Andreans reflect on their journeys, the mentorship that shaped them, and the connections that endure long after graduation. Through thoughtful and human-centred conversations, we invite listeners to step inside the moments, big and small, that define St. Andrew’s, celebrate its legacy, and highlight the people who continue to carry it forward.

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