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How Jordan Chiles had to fill “the hugest shoes of all time” at the Olympics Feb 01, 2023

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Student reporter Mahi Jariwala speaks with Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles about how she stepped in for Simone Biles to win an Olympic medal for Team USA. Mahi, Ashley, and Tyler also talk about their own experience with sports and offer tips for physical and mental success. Click here for this episode’s transcript.

This episode was produced by Mahi Jariwala from Monte Vista High School in Danville, California with Youth Media Producers Briget Ganske and Becky Wandel, with help from Jaylah Moore-Ross, and editing by Mercedes Ezeji.

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How LeBron James handles stress Jan 18, 2023

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Students at I Promise School in Akron, Ohio interview one of the greatest basketball stars of all time: LeBron James!

Student producers include Christan, Jenisha, Dominick, and Aliza from I Promise in Akron, Ohio with help from educator Susan Mongold. Watch a longer video of their conversation with LeBron James here.

This episode was produced by Production Assistant Jaylah Moore-Ross with help from Briget Ganske and edited by Mohammad Pasha.

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Why teens today face drastically different risks than other generations Jan 04, 2023

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New York Times reporter Matt Richtel talks with Ashley and Tyler about why there's a teen mental health crisis and the benefit of putting experiences into words (...which is what we do at On Our Minds!).

This episode was produced by Student Reporting Labs Youth Media producer Briget Ganske.

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How to choose a path after high school Dec 21, 2022

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A recent study found that only about half of high school graduates say they definitely plan on going to college. In this episode of On Our Minds, Ashley and Tyler hear from several teens on their post-high school plans -- whether it's college, trade school, a gap year, or going right into the work force.

Student producers include Zion from the Frederick V. Pankow Center in Clinton Township, Michigan; Roury, Elena, and Malena from Westview High School in San Diego, California; and Anumta from Steven F. Austin High School in Sugar Land, Texas. This episode was produced by Youth Media Producer Becky Wandel, with help from Briget Ganske, and edited by Mohammad Pasha.

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Passing the Mic to Season 3 Hosts Dec 07, 2022

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Welcome to SEASON THREE! Season two hosts Matt and Faiza introduce this season's newest hosts, Ashley He and Tyler Pullum. Ashley is a 16 year-old junior at Upper Arlington High School in Columbus, Ohio. And Tyler is a 17 year-old senior at Shadow Creek High School in Pearland, Texas.

This episode was produced by Student Reporting Labs Youth Media producer Briget Ganske.

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Navigating the journey through race and culture Jun 29, 2022

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In this episode of On Our Minds, Matt and Faiza tackle topics like racism and bigotry and how each can have a negative impact on teen mental health. On Our Minds season one host Zion Williams also makes an appearance to interview writer and comedian Baratunde Thurston about his new show "America Outdoors" on PBS.

Student producers include Sophia, Ryan, Keyon, and Blake from F.V. Pankow Center in Clinton Township, Michigan, and Zion Williams, also from F.V. Pankow Center. Guests include Mabelen Bonafacio and Baratunde Thurston.

This episode was produced by Student Reporting Labs Youth Media Producer Kevin Truong with support from Briget Ganske.

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How music helped save Madison Beer’s life Jun 24, 2022

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Student Reporting Labs production assistant Jaylah Moore-Ross speaks with singer-songwriter Madison Beer about her album "Life Support," recovery, and overcoming the stigma of mental health.

This episode was produced by SRL production assistant Jaylah Moore-Ross with help from Briget Ganske.

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The Power of a Mental Health Diagnosis Jun 22, 2022

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In this episode of On Our Minds, Matt and Faiza explore specific diagnoses like ADHD, OCD, and Schizoaffective Disorder. They also speak to a doctor about what it's like to get formally diagnosed with a mental health condition.

Featuring a story produced and edited by Lily from Midland Trail High School and Fayette Institute of Technology in Fayette County, West Virginia. Guests include Kristen Stone from the Schizophrenia Spectrum Project and Dr. Scott Hadland from Massachusetts General Hospital.

This episode was produced and edited by SRL Associate Youth Media Producer Becky Wandel with help from Briget Ganske and Jaylah Moore-Ross.

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"All Boys Aren't Blue" author shares story about growing up Black and queer Jun 17, 2022

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Student reporter Emma Hagood talks to George Johnson, author of the memoir All Boys Aren't Blue, about growing up Black and queer. Johnson talks about the controversy surrounding his book, and why book bans are detrimental to marginalized communities.

This episode was produced by Student Reporting Labs Youth Media Producer Chris Schwalm with help from Briget Ganske.

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LGBTQ+ teens on coming out to their immigrant parents Jun 15, 2022

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In this episode, LGBTQ+ teens talk about the unique cultural challenges they face as children of first-generation immigrants of color, and On Our Minds Season One host Noah Konevitch joins Matt to discuss their experiences as LGBTQ+ teens in high school.

Student producers include Nandita from Georgia. Other student voices include Ellie and Claire from Georgia; Eloise from Haldane High School in Cold Spring, New York; Phin from Howard Public School in Tampa, Florida; and Noah from Lebanon, Pennsylvania.

This episode was produced by Student Reporting Labs Youth Media Producer Chris Schwalm with help from Briget Ganske.

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