On Our Minds

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The U.S. Surgeon General's advice to his teenage self (Part 1) Mar 06, 2024

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The U.S. Surgeon General's advice to his teenage self (Part 1)
Teen mental health is one of the U.S. Surgeon General's top priorities. In part one of two, Bree and James talk with the Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, about his mental health as a teenager and tips for combating loneliness and isolation. Click here for this episode’s transcript.

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This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske with help from Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross. Frankie St. Pierre Nelson from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

How imaginary worlds help us shape our real-world identities Feb 28, 2024

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On Our Minds' first podcast swap! We hope you enjoy this special episode from KUOW’s RadioActive.

From video games and D&D to fandoms and cosplay, RadioActive shares the stories of people who create and consume media. This episode was produced by RadioActive's Indigo Mays, Dash Pinck, and Carter Ortiz. Production assistance by Antonio Nevarez. Transcript and KUOW website here.

Masculinity is more than being macho Feb 21, 2024

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American men are stuck in what's being called a "friendship recession." In this episode, students explore what's going on with young men and their mental health and how redefining masculinity could help. Click here for this episode's transcript.

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Segments were produced by Nico from Santa Clara, California, and Riona from Clarksburg, Maryland. Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske produced this episode with help from Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross. Antonio Nevarez from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

Confidently insecure with Lawrence the Band Feb 07, 2024

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Clyde and Gracie Lawrence (the brother-sister duo of the Lawrence the Band) talk with James and Bree about their family and how making music is therapeutic. Click here for this episode's transcript.

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This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske and Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross. Alayna Ly from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode. This episode was made in collaboration with the podcast This Teenage Life.

How music boosts our mood Jan 24, 2024

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You asked, we delivered--an episode all about music! Students share what songs they love right now, and how music makes them feel and connects them to their culture. Plus James gives an impromptu musical performance. Click here for this episode's transcript.

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Segments were produced by SRL Digital Producer Rawan Elbaba and our winter academy fellows, plus Samantha from Stuyvesant High School in New York. Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske produced this episode with help from Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross. Antonio Nevarez from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

How do you define success? Jan 10, 2024

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What does it mean to succeed at something? What even is "success"? Teens discuss what success means to them, how their definitions differ from their parents, and how the term (while subjective) matters. Click here for this episode's transcript.

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Segments were produced by Kansas City students (with the support of the Kauffman Foundation and Youth Media Producer, Chris Schwalm) and Keerthi from San Ramon, California. This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske with help from Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross. Frankie St. Pierre Nelson from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

On Our Minds Season 4 Trailer Jan 03, 2024

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On Our Minds Season 4 Trailer

Passing the Mic to Season 4 Hosts Dec 13, 2023

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Season three hosts Ashley and Tyler introduce this season’s newest hosts, Bree Campbell and James Kim. Bree is a 17-year-old senior at Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in New York City. James is a 17-year-old senior at Prosper High School in the Dallas metropolitan area. Click here for this episode’s transcript.

Antonio Nevarez from KUOW's RadioActive edited and mixed this episode.

Goodbye to Season Three Jun 07, 2023

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Ashley and Tyler are joined by student producers and SRL staff for a fun goodbye recording and celebration--reflections and news about what's coming next season.

This episode was produced by Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske, Associate Producer Jaylah Moore-Ross, and StoryMaker Community Manager Emily Hope Dobkin, and edited by Jaylah Moore-Ross.

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How nature helps you get outside of yourself May 24, 2023

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In this episode, Ashley, Tyler, and student reporters discuss their personal experiences with being in nature and its benefits.

Segments in this episode were produced by Raha and Caroline from Rockville, Maryland, Kim and Mariana from Brentwood, New York, and Siddharth Sudan from Stevenson Ranch, California.

This episode was produced by Editorial Director Marie Cusick and edited by Associate Producer Jaylah Moore Ross, with help from Lead Podcast Producer Briget Ganske.

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